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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15

Why Knicks must avoid a major trap against Hawks in 2026 NBA Playoffs

The New York Knicks enter the 2026 NBA Playoffs as the third seed in the Eastern Conference. After progress in recent seasons, which culminated in qualifying for the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals, New York has eyes on taking the next step — or more.

Jose Alvarado News / New York Knicks on SI / April 15

Jose Alvarado Has Several Paths to Bigger Knicks Role in Playoffs

It's safe to say the Knicks' trade for Jose Alvarado at the deadline has not gone how either had hoped. The energetic guard has seen his role reduced from

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 15

Knicks' Mental Edge Over Hawks Already Shining Through Before Game 1

The Knicks enter their first-round matchup versus the Hawks as the favorite to move on in the playoffs. New York has the more experienced roster, more recent playoff history (as well as success), and the superior talent.

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New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / April 15

Five most important Knicks in the opening round

It goes without saying, but this team, especially in the postseason, needs Jalen Brunson to be at his best. New York has had games, especially in the first round of the last couple of playoffs, where they have won, even when Brunson has had off nights.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Mikal Bridges News / New York Knicks on SI / April 15

Knicks’ Mikal Bridges' Iron Man Streak Deserves No Naysayers

During the Knicks final regular season tune-up before the playoffs get rolling, coach Mike Brown sat all of his starters with the third seed locked up, except for Mikal Bridges.

Josh Hart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15

Knicks’ Josh Hart’s ‘crazy’ reaction to Heat-Hornets play-in thriller goes viral

The recent NBA play-in game between the Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets was wild, ending in overtime, and New York Knicks guard Josh Hart was locked in.

Mitchell Robinson News / Fadeaway World / April 15

Mitchell Robinson Catches Snake In His Backyard: 'I Gonna Name Ya Jeff'

Mitchell Robinson gave fans an unexpected moment off the court this week, posting a viral video of himself catching a snake in his backyard and casually calling it ‘Jeff.’ The New York Knicks center shared the clip on Snapchat, where he showed the small snake he nearly stepped on before picking it up.

New York Knicks News / EasySportz / April 15

New York Knicks Fans Are Delusional As Hell

NEW YORK, N.Y. — The New York Knicks enter their first-round matchup with the Atlanta Hawks as one of the more heavily favored teams in the Eastern Conference bracket, with Vegas listing them around -300 to advance.

New York Knicks News / EssentiallySports / April 14

Knicks Star Says Shaquille O’Neal Backed Him on Private Call After Fight That Cost $62,069

If there were one rule in today’s NBA that Shaquille O’Neal would change, it would be to “let them fight.” This is the same mantra he passed on to the New York Knicks guard who lost a good chunk of his money because of the suspension.

Mitchell Robinson News / New York Knicks on SI / April 14

Mitchell Robinson Should Ease Worries About Knicks Drawing Hawks in First Round

The New York Knicks completed the arduous 82-game marathon known as the NBA regular season and will now prepare for the next phase, the NBA playoffs. The Knicks, who are the No.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13

Knicks G Josh Hart’s 2-word reaction to Jalen Brunson’s bobblehead goes viral

Now featured in the concourse of Madison Square Garden is a giant bobblehead of guard Jalen Brunson, and his teammate, fellow guard on the New York Knicks Josh Hart, won’t let him hear the end of it.

Paul Pierce News / Athlon Sports / April 13

Paul Pierce Points to Key Obstacle Facing New York Knicks in Pursuit of NBA Finals

Paul Pierce believes the New York Knicks still have one major problem standing between them and a real NBA Finals run, and in his view, it starts with Jalen Brunson.

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New York Knicks News / Total Pro Sports / April 13

ESPN Reporter Names the Superstar Who Could Decide New York Knicks’ Championship Hopes

The New York Knicks are rolling into the 2026 postseason with awesome buzz around them. The roster looks balanced, the confidence is building, and Jalen Brunson is setting the tone as the engine of the offense.

Jordan Clarkson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13

Why New York Knicks’ Jordan Clarkson is due for a big playoff series

The New York Knicks are playoff-bound. They successfully secured the third seed in the Eastern Conference for the 2026 NBA Playoffs and will face the Atlanta Hawks in the first-round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs..

NBA News / Knicks X-Factor / April 13

Hawkward? Knicks face Atlanta in 2026 playoff opener

For the second time in this decade, NYC will face ATL in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs. The dust on the 2026 bracket has settled with the New York Knicks (53-29) in the third seed.

NBA News / Knicks X-Factor / April 12

Backup Knicks fall to Charlotte in futile finale (Highlights)

There wasn’t much buzz for the New York Knicks in their regular season finale against the Charlotte Hornets. New York reserves, at the very least, made sure that the die-hards gathered at Madison Square Garden for the 82nd game were entertained.

OG Anunoby News / Hoops Wire / April 12

NBA Notes: Knicks, OG Anunoby, Nets, Tre Scott, Kings

The Knicks appear to have avoided a worst-case scenario with OG Anunoby. Anunoby exited Friday’s win over Toronto after suffering an ankle injury and sat out Sunday’s game against Charlotte, but the team is treating him as day-to-day, per Stefan Bondy of the New York Post.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 10

Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns help Knicks clinch No. 3 seed

As the NBA playoff field takes shape in the final days of the regular season, the New York Knicks now officially know their place.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / April 10

Why Kendrick Perkins is still not buying the Knicks after win over Celtics

Former NBA champion with the Celtics and current ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins was on Friday's edition of "First Take" and made it clear he is still not a believer in the Knicks overtaking the Celtics in the Eastern Conference.

Josh Hart's clutch shooting lifts Knicks over Celtics

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