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Jordan Clarkson News / New York Knicks on SI / December 18

Knicks Get Throwback Performance From Jordan Clarkson

Jalen Brunson’s first words following the New York Knicks victory over the San Antonio Spurs 124-113 in the third annual NBA Cup was a shoutout to his teammates.

NBA News / The SportsRush / December 17

Jaylen Brown Is More Deserving to Be in MVP Conversations Than Jalen Brunson, Says Danny Green

Jalen Brunson has hovered around the fringes of MVP conversations since he moved to the New York Knicks in 2022. However, he has never been viewed as strong enough to seriously contend for the award, and in the 2025-26 season, he appears far removed from the race.

New York Knicks News / Total Apex Sports / December 17

Celebrity Reveals Knicks Jalen Brunson Broke Her Toe During NBA Playoffs

Martha Stewart has revealed the surprising story behind a recent injury, and the culprit is none other than New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson. During an appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” the lifestyle mogul shared that the point guard accidentally broke her toe while she was sitting courtside at a game.

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The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?

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Dwight Howard News / NBA Analysis Network / December 17

Dwight Howard says he will be ‘second hand embarrassed’ if the Knicks don’t do this

The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs to win the 2025 NBA Cup. The New York Knicks won their first trophy since 1973, the last time they won the NBA Championship.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / December 17

Knicks Finally Win Justice for 1999 NBA Finals Matchup

Matchups between NBA representatives from both the Eastern and Western Conferences often force fans to go into their historical vaults in adding extra flavor to the showdown.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 17

Jalen Brunson reveals how a Kobe Bryant gesture changed everything

There is always a moment that will stick with somebody where they felt changed the trajectory of their life. For Jalen Brunson, this may have not been a life-changing moment, but it definitely had an effect on his career.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / December 17

Three Key Takeaways from Knicks Championship Victory Over Spurs

The New York Knicks finally ended their 52-year championship drought, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 124-113 in the NBA Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Tuesday night.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Athlon Sports / December 17

Knicks Announce Karl Anthony-Towns News After NBA Cup Win Against Spurs

On Tuesday, the New York Knicks extended their winning streak to five games en route to winning the NBA Cup against the San Antonio Spurs by a final score of 124–113.

New York Knicks News / Total Apex Sports / December 17

New York Knicks To Break Protocol Celebrating NBA Cup Victory

Madison Square Garden isn’t just an arena. It is a cathedral. It is where legends are made, dreams are crushed, and history hangs from the rafters. So,

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / December 17

Knicks' Supporting Cast Should Only Be Available for Mega Trade

The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumor well, which heavily featured the New York Knicks, went dry mere days after the Milwaukee Bucks star's rumored interest in departing for greener pastures was made public, with a calf strain sidelining the two-time MVP until around the start of the new year.

New York Knicks News / Field Level Media / December 17

Report: Knicks won't hang banner for NBA Cup title

The New York Knicks will take a pass when it comes to raising a banner in the rafters of Madison Square Garden following their NBA Cup title on Tuesday, ESPN reported.

New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / December 17

The reason why winning the NBA Cup is bad news for New York Knicks fans

The New York Knicks, for the first time since 1973, are champions… sort of. There were celebrations in the Big Apple last night as the New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup final.

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The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz

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New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / December 17

Knicks balancing contention, cap limits and superstar temptation

Fresh off an NBA Cup title, the Knicks are walking a very thin financial line — and Bobby Marks of ESPN suggests that reality could quietly shape everything they do between now and the trade deadline.

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / December 17

Jackpot: How the Knicks can, will make most of NBA Cup experience

The New York Knicks know when to hold them, fold them, walk away, and run. Heck, recent reports suggest they won’t even count their money no matter how far they are away from the table.

Dwight Howard News / Larry Brown Sports / December 17

Dwight Howard thinks Knicks are making a mistake

Dwight Howard thinks the New York Knicks are making a mistake with their approach to winning the NBA Cup. The Knicks on Tuesday beat the San Antonio Spurs 124-113 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev., to win the NBA Cup.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / December 17

Knicks Notes: NBA Cup, Josh Hart, Mike Brown, Mitchell Robinson

The Knicks won the NBA Cup on Tuesday. They just won’t be hanging a banner for it. According to Stefan Bondy of The New York Post, the team has decided against raising an in-season tournament banner at Madison Square Garden, reversing a plan that had been discussed internally.

Josh Hart News / New York Knicks on SI / December 17

Knicks' Josh Hart Caught in Wildly Inappropriate Moment

The New York Knicks' celebration of their historic NBA Cup championship took an unexpectedly hilarious turn when Josh Hart decided to go completely out of pocket during the trophy presentation.

New York Knicks News / EssentiallySports / December 17

Why Are the Knicks Not Raising NBA Cup Banner in Madison Square Garden?

The New York Knicks have made it clear after winning the NBA Cup that there won’t be a new banner joining the rafters at Madison Square Garden. Instead, the Knicks are choosing a more grounded approach.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / December 17

Knicks have simple explanation for not raising an NBA Cup banner

The New York Knicks do not plan to raise a banner to commemorate their NBA Cup win, though it is not because they think the event was pointless. The Knicks plan to celebrate the team’s NBA Cup triumph on Friday when they host the Philadelphia 76ers.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / December 17

Knicks make Madison Square Garden banner decision after NBA Cup win

The Knicks won this season's edition of the NBA Cup via a 124-113 come-from-behind victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night.

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New York Knicks News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active non-American NBA scoring leaders' quiz

Can you name the active players in the NBA that weren't born in the United States of America that have scored the most points in their career?

New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / December 17

The Knicks Players Who Benefited Most From NBA Cup Prize Money

The Knicks‘ team salary this season is nearly $208MM, which is the second-highest figure in the NBA, behind only the Cavaliers ($228MM+). However, five of the 14 players on New York’s standard roster are on minimum-salary contracts, while a sixth is earning just slightly above the minimum.