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Knicks Star Duo Cracks 2K26’s Top 20 Players

New York Knicks stars Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns have earned some pixelated praises from the NBA's premier video game franchise. With the release of "NBA 2K26" looming, the 2K publisher continues to count down toward the top spot in the annual initial overall player rankings.

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Tyler Kolek reveals which two New York Knicks’ veterans gave him modest ‘dreams’ to follow

The New York Knicks have no shortage of established, veteran talent, although Tyler Kolek thinks it was overlooked role players who offered more guidance than the All-Stars.

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / August 21

Are people still sleeping on the Knicks too much?

There are still multiple questions surrounding this team. How successful will Mike Brown be in his first season as the Knicks’ coach? Can Mikal Bridges look more like the best version of himself?

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 21

Knicks Legend Snubbed From Century’s Top Players List

For as historic and famous of a franchise as the New York Knicks are, they've lagged well behind the majority of their NBA peers in translate that old legend to modern success.

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Spike Lee talks passing 'Knicks celebrity superfan' torch to Timothée Chalamet · Sporting News

Insider gives $52.6 million reason for Knicks to avoid LeBron James trade · Sporting News

Knicks predicted to win this many games during the 2025-26 NBA regular season · Sporting News

Knicks linked to former NBA MVP in offseason signing · Sporting News

Knicks receive middling offseason ranking after coaching revamp · Sporting News

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New York Knicks News / NBA Draft on SI / August 21

Could Ariel Hukporti and Pacome Dadiet Feature for the Knicks Next Season?

The New York Knicks broke through their own long-lasting ceiling this past season, making the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in over two decades.

LeBron James News / Empire Sports Media / August 21

Knicks insider is strongly against idea of adding Lakers’ superstar forward

The New York Knicks have been tied with Los Angeles Lakers superstar and future Hall of Famer LeBron James throughout the summer. While it is unlikely that James will be moved before the start of the season, his future with them could be in doubt after he opted into his $52.6 million player option.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 21

Which Knicks Games Will Be Hardest?

The New York Knicks are dissecting their schedule and figuring out which games matter more in the long run. For a contender like the Knicks, Game 1 has just as much weight as Game 82 and some matchups will be more difficult to win than others.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / August 21

How could former No. 1 overall pick help them next season?

The New York Knicks still have an open roster spot with just weeks until the start of training camp. Ben Simmons has been a free agent that they have stayed connected to since the beginning of free agency.

Tyler Kolek News / Empire Sports Media / August 21

Knicks promising sophomore guard hoping for expanded role in the 2025-26 season

New York Knicks point guard Tyler Kolek has a lot of promise as a possible long-term bench piece. The former second-round draft selection out of Marquette didn’t play a whole lot in his rookie season, but he is hoping to get an extended look with Mike Brown now as his head coach.

Jalen Brunson News / New York Knicks on SI / August 21

Knicks Star Snubbed From Top Lead Guard Tier

Jalen Brunson has come a long way since joining the New York Knicks, emerging as a fringe-All-Star with his new team before stacking together several MVP-caliber seasons.

Tyler Kolek News / New York Knicks on SI / August 21

Knicks Sophomore Guard Wants Bigger Role

The New York Knicks' Golden Eagle is ready to soar in year two. Marquette alum Tyler Kolek continues to generate a significant bit of hype as a diamond in the rough among Knicks fans.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 21

Knicks Still In Running For Ben Simmons

The New York Knicks remain one of the top suitors in free agency for former No. 1 overall pick Ben Simmons. Bleacher Report writer Eric Pincus listed the Knicks as one of four finalists for Simmons' services.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Knicks Predicted to Have 3rd Straight 50-Win Season

The New York Knicks have kept their core players this offseason. There was no significant change to their roster, and they have only added a couple of role players.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / August 20

Knicks Have One of NBA’s Hottest Tickets

Prices to get into this New York Knicks game have ticket sellers California Dreamin'. Per online ticket marketplace TickPick, the Knicks are part of the NBA's hottest pairing so far this season, as the average price to get into the Feb.

Tom Thibodeau News / New York Knicks on SI / August 20

Insider Slams Knicks for Tom Thibodeau Firing

The New York Knicks are a team that's undergone many transformations this offseason, including a change at the head coaching position. The team swapped out Tom Thibodeau in favor of Mike Brown in hopes that it would help the Knicks get past the Eastern Conference Finals and into the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999.

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NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / August 20

Knicks Stars Bid Farewell After John Wall Retirement

The New York Knicks' Wildcats once again came together, but this group prowls far beyond the Main Line. Knicks stars new and old, namely Karl-Anthony Towns and Julius Randle respectively, were among the many basketball names that bid farewell to former All-Star John Wall after the two-way backcourt talent officially announced his retirement.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / August 20

Knicks lowballed in latest offseason ranking by The Athletic

The New York Knicks have had an eventful offseason, but not as eventful as last year. Rather than making a pair of blockbuster trades like they did last summer, they signed two free agents and hired a new head coach.

Ben Simmons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 20

Knicks insider casts doubt on Ben Simmons joining New York

The New York Knicks have spent the offseason retooling a roster already built to contend in the Eastern Conference, but talk of adding former All-Star Ben Simmons is not gaining traction.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / August 20

'You Reach, I Teach': Kobe Bryant's Daughter Features With Jalen Brunson In Latest Nike Commercial

Natalia Bryant, the eldest daughter of Kobe Bryant, has featured in the latest commercial for Nike alongside Knicks' superstar Jalen Brunson and NCAA starlet Aaliyah Chavez.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Knicks Linked to Champion Center to Bolster Frontcourt Depth in Free Agency

The New York Knicks are coming off an impressive season last year that saw them reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2000 and they are looking to go even farther in the playoffs next season.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Watch: Knicks' Jalen Brunson Shines in Kobe, Nike Advertisement

It has been an interesting offseason thus far for the New York Knicks as they have made multiple additions to their roster to chase a championship next season.

New York Knicks News / The SportsRush / August 19

Karl-Anthony Towns Explains the Importance of Being Connected in Knicks’ Pursuit of a Championship

Last month, the New York Knicks appointed two-time NBA Coach of the Year Mike Brown as the man to lead them into the future. Brown replaced Tom Thibodeau as the head coach, who was let go at the end of last season even though he’d led the Knicks to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in a quarter of a century.

Jordan Clarkson News / Hardwood Heroics / August 18

'The Name to Watch' – Insider Flags New York Knicks Guard’s Uncertain Role Following Clarkson Signing

The New York Knicks entered the offseason looking to add more firepower, and they found it in Jordan Clarkson. The veteran guard, known for his instant offense and microwave scoring ability, is expected to provide an additional spark off the bench.

New York Knicks News / The SportsRush / August 18

Rapper Explains How Kobe Bryant Stole Him Away From Knicks Despite New York Roots

Rule No. 1 for any basketball fan in New York City is don’t support the opposition. Who is the opposition? Any team on the West Coast, but specifically, the Los Angeles Lakers.