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Center depth has been at the forefront of every New York Knicks conversation this offseason, and keeping one of the best at that position in the league is a good starting point.

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NBA Reveals Full Knicks’ 2026 NBA Cup Schedule

The New York Knicks entered last season’s NBA Cup as a team with good-not-great odds of conquering it. They left it with the trophy and outright refused to raise a banner, but will ultimately find themselves hanging up two, not one, by the end of October.

Jalen Brunson News / HITC / August 13

Jalen Brunson shares the moment he knew he had to move on from Knicks’ 2026 NBA title celebrations

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson is already locked in on trying to achieve bigger things while 2026 NBA championship celebrations still dominate the city.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 13

Knicks’ Jalen Brunson reveals when he started to move on from celebrating title

There’s never ‘enough’ celebration after a team wins the NBA championship. And in the New York Knicks’ case, winning a trophy after 53 long years, the fanbase deserved to soak in the festivities as long as they wanted.

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The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

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New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 12

Ideal Knicks Center Trade Partner No Longer Seems Like an Option

Throughout this offseason, the Pelicans have stood out as an ideal center trade partner for the Knicks. However, a deal hasn't materialized—but that's not for lack of trying.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Kendrick Perkins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 12

Here’s how Knicks can win NBA Finals again, according to Kendrick Perkins

2008 Boston Celtics champion and ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins discussed how the defending champion New York Knicks can repeat in 2027. The Knicks begin their title defense against LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers on Opening Night.

Jericho Sims News / New York Knicks on SI / August 12

Knicks Have Multiple Reasons to Explore Jericho Sims Trade Reunion

The Knicks' search for a third center has come to a halt. Since Dallas matched New York's offer sheet for intriguing youngster Moussa Cisse, it’s been eerily quiet on the home front for Leon Rose.

Jalen Brunson News / Posting and Toasting / August 12

Wednesday Posted & Toasted Notes: Lotsa Brunson, soft deadlines, decisions and extensions

Extenuating day of work at P&T with so much NBA content around this time of the year. Would you believe it? Me neither. Links and notes below. Jalen Brunson told the New York Post that winning the NBA championship has not changed how he views himself.

Andre Drummond News / New York Knicks on SI / August 12

Andre Drummond Suddenly Given a Huge Test to Begin Knicks Tenure

As training camp draws closer, the New York Knicks appear all-in on Andre Drummond as their primary center depth. However, the veteran has some flaws that make him not exactly a guarantee to be a smash hit, which would create a huge issue if he doesn't pan out as planned.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 11

Jalen Brunson reacts to Knicks facing LeBron James, 76ers on opening night

Jalen Brunson is looking forward to the start of the New York Knicks’ title defense just like the rest of us. The NBA teased its 2026-27 schedule release on Tuesday by revealing the season’s opening night slate, featuring a prime-time clash between the Knicks and the newly revamped Philadelphia 76ers.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / August 11

Details Revealed On Jalen Brunson’s Secret Injury During The 2026 NBA Playoffs

Star point guard, and NBA champion, Jalen Brunson has successfuly won over the hearts of every Knicks fan. His grit, leadership, and pure offensive skillset have helped to usher in one of the greatest eras in franchise history.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / August 11

Bruises and Baskets: Building the Knicks’ Power Forward Mt. Rushmore

After carving out Mt. Rushmores for the floor generals and bucket-getters, it is time to move into the paint. The point guards gave the Knicks flash, tempo, and leadership.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 12

Jalen Brunson Sends Direct Message to LeBron James and Co. Ahead of Knicks-76ers Opening Night Clash

Mike Tirico broke the news live on TODAY on Aug. 11: the Philadelphia 76ers will open the 2026-27 season at Madison Square Garden on Oct. 20, walking straight into the Knicks’ championship ring ceremony.

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Tyler Nickel News / New York Knicks on SI / August 11

Knicks Have Just One More Hurdle to Clear With Tyler Nickel Now

It appears that the Knicks are adding rookie sharpshooter Tyler Nickel to their 2026-27 season roster after much uncertainty. According to The New York

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / August 11

NBA Announces Knicks’ Ring Night, Christmas Opponents

The two biggest regular season games of the defending champion New York Knicks’ schedule have been released, as the NBA revealed Tuesday morning on Good

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / August 11

Jalen Brunson opens up about recovering from wrist injury

Jalen Brunson has spent the summer recovering from the minor procedure he needed to repair a tendon issue in his dominant left wrist.

Victor Wembanyama thinks he can break one iconic NBA record

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Karl-Anthony Towns News / HITC / August 11

New York Knicks reporter expects Karl-Anthony Towns to sign $45 million contract extension

Despite not getting the $272 million supermax contract extension from the New York Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns is likely to stay with the team. Towns was instrumental in helping the Knicks win their first NBA championship in 53 years, playing elite defense against Victor Wembanyama throughout the NBA Finals.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 10

Knicks rookie’s decision comes into focus amid college return option

The New York Knicks drafted Tyler Nickel with the 47th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but his path to Madison Square Garden did not become a certainty on draft night.

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / August 10

Banner night: Ranking Knicks’ potential opening night opponents

NBA basketball’s out for the summer, and New York Knicks fans perhaps couldn’t be more annoyed. The Knicks’ expansive fanbase has no doubt shown full appreciation for the team’s first championship in five decades.

Don Nelson News / Knicks X-Factor / August 9

Former New York Knicks head coach Don Nelson dies at 86

Per longtime NBA insider Marc Stein, former New York Knicks head coach Don Nelson has passed away at the age of 86. Nelson served at the helm of the Knicks for part of a single season, amassing a 34-25 record.

Jack Kayil News / Hoops Rumors / August 7

Knicks Second-Rounder Jack Kayil Signs With ALBA Berlin

Knicks second-round pick Jack Kayil will become a draft-and-stash prospect, according to Rupert Fabig of the Hamburger Abendbatt, who reports that the German point guard has signed a five-year contract with ALBA Berlin (hat tip to Johnny Askounis of Eurohoops).