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Bench, Star Big Man Most to Blame for Knicks' Loss to Hornets

The New York Knicks had everything going for them. Seven straight wins, momentum building, and a matchup against a Charlotte Hornets team that sits way low in the points table.

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Knicks' Mitchell Robinson Sends Strong Message After Hornets Loss

The New York Knicks had been rolling. Seven straight wins had the fanbase buzzing and playoff confidence at an all-time high. The Charlotte Hornets handed New York a 114-103 beatdown that exposed every crack in this team's game, however, and Mitchell Robinson made sure nobody looked away from the mirror.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Hoops Wire / March 27

Tracy McGrady questions ‘want-to’ of Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns

Sometimes, the message is simple. And sometimes, it hits a little harder coming from a Hall of Famer. Tracy McGrady didn’t dance around it when talking about Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / March 27

Knicks’ Josh Hart blasts ‘part-time fan’ Stephen A. Smith

Knicks forward Josh Hart had a clear message for ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith. “For me, Stephen A., as a part-time Knicks fan, needs to shut the hell up,” Hart said Thursday morning, via Stefan Bondy of the New York Post.

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How many of the NBA players to make at least nine three-pointers in a game more than once in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Josh Hart News / Athlon Sports / March 27

Josh Hart Reveals What Made the Difference in Knicks’ Loss to Hornets: ‘Shot out of a Cannon’

The New York Knicks entered Thursday night riding a seven-game winning streak, the hottest run in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Charlotte Hornets had won four straight at home and were coming off a massive 44-point win over the Sacramento Kings, their fourth-largest victory in franchise history.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / March 26

Knicks Drop Shocker Against Hornets As Their 7-Game Winning Streak Gets Snapped; 5 Key Takeaways

The New York Knicks walked into this matchup riding a seven-game winning streak, playing some of their most complete basketball of the season. Then came a hard, unexpected reality check.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Knicks' Mike Brown Addresses Decision to Shut Down Jose Alvarado in Second Half

The New York Knicks' seven-game win streak came to an end on Thursday against the Charlotte Hornets. They were no match for the high-octane offense from the red-hot team led by rookie forward Kon Knueppel.

Josh Hart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 26

Knicks’ Josh Hart fights for player cut of NBA expansion fee

New York Knicks star Josh Hart had quite the take about the compensation players should get for the NBA’s expansion efforts. The NBA made significant noise on March 25.

NBA News / Knicks X-Factor / March 27

Knicks’ buzz killed in Charlotte (Highlights)

The New York Knicks got stung in their latest trip to the Charlotte Hornets’ nest. New York’s seven-game winning streak came to an end on Thursday night, as streaking Charlotte put up a 114-103 win at Spectrum Center.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26

Josh Hart tells Stephen A. Smith to ‘shut the hell up’

Josh Hart is disavowing Stephen A. Smith’s fandom of his team. The ESPN personality Smith went viral this week over his harsh comments about the New York Knicks.

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Mike Brown News / New York Knicks on SI / March 26

Mike Brown Could Separate Himself from Former Knicks HC in Playoffs

These 2025-26 New York Knicks are clearly a different team than the one who fell short in last year's Eastern Conference Finals. They've built their recent momentum through depth, and head coach Mike Brown has the opportunity to carry his findings into the upcoming playoffs.

New York Knicks News / EssentiallySports / March 26

'Needs to Shut the Hell Up': Knicks Star Josh Hart Calls Out Stephen A. Smith for Comments About Him, Teammate Mikal Bridges

Stephen A. Smith portrays himself as one of the biggest New York Knicks fans out there. So, every time the team loses the game or struggles to win, the ESPN veteran grills them.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Final Injury Report for Knicks-Hornets: Will Landry Shamet, Pat Connaughton Play?

The New York Knicks are on the road on Thursday night as they travel to take on the Charlotte Hornets in an Eastern Conference showdown. New York enters Thursday’s game with a 48-25 record after defeating the New Orleans Pelicans at home on Tuesday night.

John Starks News / Total Apex Sports / March 26

New York Knicks Legend Predicts NBA Finals Run

New York Knicks legend John Starks predicted that the Knicks would make an NBA Finals run this year, just like his squad did in 1994. Read on for Starks’ recent statement in an exclusive interview with Covers so that you can make an informed decision.

New York Knicks News / Total Pro Sports / March 26

Knicks Injury Report: Will Karl-Anthony Towns & Jalen Brunson Play Tonight vs. Hornets?

The New York Knicks have been on the rise for some time now. Sitting at number 3 in the east, the team is now looking to take its game to the next level.

Miles McBride News / New York Knicks on SI / March 26

Miles McBride's Imminent Return Creates Knicks Rotational Dilemma

The New York Knicks are rapidly approaching a fully-healthy status just in time for the playoffs. Outside of Miles McBride, every one of the team's nightly contributors has been regularly durable or properly preserved over recent months, and even he's slated to return sooner rather than later.

New York Knicks News / AirJordanChronicles / March 25

Major Injury Update Emerges on Knicks Guard After Two-Month Long NBA Absence

The New York Knicks are in blazing form right now, and they are expected to become even stronger as a key piece of their depth puzzle is set to return after an almost two-month hiatus.

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / March 26

Knicks G Deuce McBride injury update: Drilling corner 3s at MSG

Not only have the New York Knicks won seven straight games — as their tankathon schedule continues — but they also recently received positive news on the injury front.

New York Knicks News / Knicks X-Factor / March 26

3 goals Knicks must accomplish with 9 games remaining

The New York Knicks are about to embark on what is easily their most anticipated playoff run in decades. Only nine games remain until Mike Brown’s squad sets out on a journey that all of New York City (except for the dozens of Nets fans) will be watching.

New York Knicks News / Field Level Media / March 24

Jalen Brunson, Knicks push past Pelicans for seventh straight win

Jalen Brunson scored 32 points, Karl-Anthony Towns produced a double-double and the New York Knicks won their seventh consecutive game, defeating the visiting New Orleans Pelicans 121-116 on Tuesday night.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / March 24

Knicks Notes: Mikal Bridges, bench, Jordan Clarkson, Tyler Kolek

Knicks wing Mikal Bridges has drawn attention for his recent offensive struggles, but teammates say his role is a factor, writes Stefan Bondy of the New York Post.