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Kevin Durant Opens Up On Knicks Title Run And Jalen Brunson’s $100 Million Pay Cut

For the first time in 53 years, the New York Knicks became NBA champions this summer, and it’s not a moment anyone will soon forget. Even with so much depth and chemistry, few predicted the Knicks would beat out the competition, but they took care of business in epic fashion, prompting a wave of reactions across the NBA world.

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8 Best Free Agents Left for Knicks With Nick Richards Off the Board

Thursday afternoon, Shams Charania of ESPN reported that big man Nick Richards has agreed to a one-year deal with the Miami Heat. The New York Knicks have long been tied to the CAA client, who leaves a mostly barren big man free agent landscape for the Knicks to dig around as they seek to add one more serviceable center into the fold.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 27

Knicks rumors: What are plans to round out roster after NBA’s latest flurry of signings

The 2026-27 New York Knicks roster remains incomplete as a few spots remain open. One NBA insider explained what has been going on with the franchise this summer New York experienced an unforgettable title run throughout the 2025-26 season.

Kelly Olynyk News / New York Knicks on SI / August 27

Latest Kelly Olynyk Development Could Help Set Up a Knicks Tryout

The current list of free-agent centers isn't very appealing for the New York Knicks, especially considering the other names they've attempted to add but fell short.

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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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Micah Potter News / New York Knicks on SI / August 27

Micah Potter Is Inching Closer to Being a Real Knicks Possibility

With the Knicks staying on the patient route at center, their big man hopes could now hinge on who becomes available during preseason roster cuts. Micah Potter, whom the Trail Blazers recently picked up, has stood out as one frontcourt player to keep an eye on, with Portland seeming uncommitted to keeping him on the opening night roster so far.

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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.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / August 26

Which Knicks Star Should Be Traded To Keep Their Championship Roster Together?

The New York Knicks might soon be in a weird spot after they finally won the championship, went 53-29 during the regular season, and then completely dominated the playoffs at 16-3, but the roster is quickly becoming too expensive to maintain without moving some pieces on the board.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 26

Knicks Have a Ben Simmons Decision to Make With Buzz Growing

The Knicks have not had an easy time finding a strong third-string center this offseason, which forces them to broaden their search. One non-traditional player New York could evaluate this preseason is Ben Simmons, given there was previous interest and he could be willing to take a camp invite with zero guarantees.

Josh Hart News / Posting and Toasting / August 26

Josh Hart talks Scouting America ambassadorship, championship run

The champs have been busy this offseason, continuing their media tours with new sponsorships, talk shows, and overall just enjoying the best few months anyone could ask for as kings of their respective worlds.

Peyton Watson News / New York Knicks on SI / August 25

Why Knicks Shouldn't Be Worried About Cavs' Peyton Watson Trade

Despite landing Peyton Watson last week, the Cavaliers have become somewhat of an afterthought when weighing the Knicks' threats for 2026-27. That's not

Josh Hart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 25

Josh Hart makes obvious retirement wish ahead of potential contract extension

The New York Knicks are looking to repeat as NBA champions. At the same time, Josh Hart is eligible for a new contract extension. He became eligible for a four-year, $132 million deal on Aug.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / August 25

Knicks' Center Hunt Facing a New Threat From the Heat

The New York Knicks' need at center isn't one many around the league share, given many franchises are already set there between veterans, young pieces, and two-way deals.

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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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 25

Knicks get little NBA title repeat respect from ESPN experts

The New York Knicks are the defending NBA champions. Two months later, and it is still something to savor. With the 2026-27 NBA season around the corner, New York will be counted on to repeat.

Josh Hart News / The Lead / August 24

Could Josh Hart Be the Next Knick to Get an Extension?

The New York Knicks have already made one important decision regarding their extension-eligible players this offseason. Now, Josh Hart could be next. Hart became eligible for a contract extension on Aug.

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Jalen Brunson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 24

Knicks star Jalen Brunson’s ‘1 of 1’ earliest known autograph surfaces after NBA Finals win

It sounds like 2026 NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson knew he would be a “1 of 1” player, as the New York Knicks star’s autograph from his childhood has emerged.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 24

Examining Rotation Changes Knicks Could Make as They Look to Defend Title

The Knicks won the championship just two months ago and looked dominant doing it. But that doesn't mean that they can't get even better. Despite losing Mitchell Robinson to free agency, there are some lineup and rotation changes they can implement to take yet another step in their road to repeating as NBA Champions.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 23

Jose Alvarado’s hilarious clap-back at Josh Hart over life-changing NBA title

The New York Knicks added Jose Alvarado at the deadline via trade with the New Orleans Pelicans, and the undrafted guard went on to play a key role during the team’s run to the NBA championship.

Jalen Brunson News / HITC / August 23

‘Earliest known’ Jalen Brunson autograph up for auction and NBA fans are bidding big

Jalen Brunson’s basketball journey began long before he became an NBA champion, and fans now have a chance to own a small piece of that early history.

New York Knicks News / HITC / August 23

Jalen Brunson once revealed life-changing advice Kobe Bryant gave him while he was in high school

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson once received career-changing advice from NBA legend Kobe Bryant when he was a high-school player. Brunson recently became an NBA champion for the first time after the Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs to win their third NBA title and first in 53 years.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / August 23

How Much Might Josh Hart Earn On Potential Extension?

As James L. Edwards III of The Athletic writes, Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart became eligible on August 10 for a contract extension worth up to $132MM over four years.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 22

International Signings: Besson, Carey, Canaan

Free agent guard Hugo Besson has officially signed with ASVEL in his native France, the team announced in a press release. The 58th overall pick in the 2022 draft, Besson has yet to sign his first NBA contract, having continued to play overseas since he was selected late in the second round four years ago.

OG Anunoby News / Hoops Wire / August 19

OG Anunoby on Knicks defending title: ‘You want to peak toward the end’

The Knicks finally reached the top. OG Anunoby already is thinking about how they stay there. Coming off New York’s first NBA championship in 53 years, Anunoby told Mark Medina of Fadeaway World that the Knicks can’t simply try to recreate their playoff intensity from October through April.

James Dolan News / EssentiallySports / August 17

Report Reveals Knicks’ Historic Gains From NBA Finals Run as James Dolan’s Private Business Booms

For 53 years, Madison Square Garden had no Knicks championship to celebrate. When that finally changed, the celebration did not stay inside the arena.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17

Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordyn Woods are married

Karl-Anthony Towns’ big year got even bigger on Saturday. Towns and longtime girlfriend Jordyn Woods were married in Malibu, Calif. on Saturday, according to the New York Post.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15

Charles Oakley's lawsuit against MSG dismissed by judge

A federal judge has dismissed former New York Knicks forward Charles Oakley’s remaining claims against Madison Square Garden for a third time, ending a legal battle that stretched more than nine years.

NYC cafe trolls Victor Wembanyama with hilarious choking-hazard sign

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / August 13

New York Knicks schedule: Full 2026-27 slate released

The path to a New York Knicks repeat has officially been revealed. The NBA unveiled the full schedule for its 2026-27 season on Thursday, the latest landmark in the countdown to the Knicks’ title defense is official.