Knicks 109, Pistons 90: Movin’ on up
The Knicks got above .500 at the latest point in the season since 2013. By game’s end, they were playing like the fourth seed that they would be after their record settled at 18-17. With each passing game, they play that part even more convincingly.
Knicks 110, Pacers 107: 500
The Knicks are .500 — 17-17 — through 34 games, almost the halfway point of the season. Relive a most enjoyable win, featuring Julius Randle owning a fellow All-Star, RJ Barrett coming up big, Nerlens Noel playing a marathon second half, and Frank Ntilikina securing the W with a game-winning steal.
The Strickland February Mailbag, Part 2: Ranking backcourts, what-if players, and those ugly new jerseys
How do RJ and Elfrid stand up against starting backcourts in the league? Could Myles Turner make more sense than Mitch? What if the Knicks got Seth Curry instead of DSJ in the KP trade? All that and more in this installment of the mailbag!
Westchester Knicks Week 2 wrap-up: W-Knicks win three in a row
The Westchester Knicks are back in the playoff picture in Orlando, winners of three straight heading into this weekend. Can they keep their hot play going behind Iggy Brazdeikis and Jared Harper?
Knicks 140, Kings 121: This one had a bit of everything
The Knicks scored a season-high in points, Frank Ntilikina made his (very successful) return, Immanuel Quickley broke his slump, Derrick Rose and Alec Burks both were on fire at different times, Julius Randle played like an All-Star as always… This was just a fun game.
Inside the shot that has defined Julius Randle’s All-Star season
The midrange shot is generally derided in the modern NBA, but Julius Randle has built an All-Star campaign on the back of that very shot, placing himself in the company of some of the best midrange assassins in the game while buoying the Knicks’ offense. Benjy Ritholz breaks down the nuts and bolts of Julius’ midrange come-up.
Warriors 114, Knicks 106: You knew how this game would go
The Knicks lost to the Warriors last night, but you should’ve seen that coming. If you didn’t, step into Prof. Miranda’s classroom for a lesson. Here’s the syllabus.
How much is Alec Burks worth to the New York Knicks?
Alec Burks has quietly been producing at a solid rate this season off the bench for the Knicks, a vital cog in the second unit. But could the best move be to trade him, as it has been for his last few teams in recent years?
Knicks 103, Timberwolves 99: Too close for comfort
The New York Knicks followed up an uninspiring performance last Wednesday with yet another in Sunday night’s victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The Strickland February Mailbag, Part 1: Trading Julius Randle, trading for Zach LaVine, and Knicks we have loved
Matthew Miranda tackles your mailbag questions, including what it would take to pry Julius Randle from the Knicks, where Immanuel Quickley ranks among some past Knicks guards, grading a trade package for Zach LaVine, and examining irrational Knicks loves of The Strickland’s staff.
Westchester Knicks Week 1 wrap-up: Myles Powell shines in Orlando
Injuries have the W-Knicks off to a rocky start in the NBA G League bubble, but Myles Powell has been sensational, as have Jared Harper and Ignas Brazdeikis, when healthy. Catch up on the first week of W-Knicks action.
Magic 107, Knicks 89: Sorry, babe
The Knicks traveled to Orlando riding the high of a 3-game winning streak, and came crashing back down to Earth as the Ghost of Knicks Past came for a visit in the second half.
How an increase in pace could unlock the Knicks’ offense
The Knicks are one of the slowest teams in the league, throwing out the “pace” of the “pace and space” era. Could a few small adjustments to their style of play lead to a more dynamic and modern offense?
Why pull-up threes could define Immanuel Quickley’s offensive endgame
Immanuel Quickley has flashed many skills in his rookie season, and many beyond his years. Perhaps the most important one for his future will the pull-up three, which he’s been hitting at key moments and putting himself in elite NBA company in the process. Could that shot be the one that eventually pushes IQ to superstardom?
Knicks 123, Hawks 112: This dude here
Julius Randle scored 44, RJ Barrett bounced back, and the Knicks beat the Hawks at home on Monday night for their third straight win.
Why keeping Julius Randle is the right move for the Knicks’ present and future
Julius Randle is having a career year, ascending to likely All-Star status. Yet some are of the belief that trading Randle now would be the best move, since this team isn’t ready to contend yet. Shwinnypooh lays out the case for retaining Randle.
Knicks 121, Rockets 99: That backcourt… could be lethal
The Knicks have played eight straight quarters of dominant basketball. Matthew Miranda recaps the Knicks’ second straight blowout in the second game of a back-to-back, highlighted by phenomenal guard play (and Julius Randle, of course).
Knicks 109, Wizards 91: “The Wizards are really bad”
Mitch broke his hand after a fantastic first half and the Knicks looked listless at times, but ultimately came away with a victory against the Bradley Beal-less Wizards behind the play of Julius Randle, Derrick Rose, and more.
Why patience with Obi Toppin in his rookie season is a welcome change from the past
Obi Toppin’s rookie season has been unorthodox, especially by New York Knicks standards. But his time thus far preaches patience nonetheless.
Heat 98, Knicks 96: Reach uppity reach gotta reach
The Knicks faced the Heat for the second straight game, and despite off nights from a few key players, a shot in the arm from the newly-acquired Derrick Rose kept the Knicks within one possession of a potential victory. Still, the Knicks lost a heartbreaker.
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