Why 2020-21 should be the first step on the Knicks’ return to relevancy
The Knicks sometimes feel like they’re running on a treadmill, chasing a carrot on a stick of relevancy that they’re never going to get. Could 2020-21 finally be the year that they start on the path to progress? Jeremy Cohen examines.
The Strickland’s 2021 NBA Draft preview, Part 2
The 2020-21 NBA season is almost here, and even if the Knicks win as many games as they can, they’re probably staring at a lottery pick next June. Prez and new contributor Knicks Draft Guy take a look at the point guards, the 5s, and the skilled players that don’t quite fit in a box in the 2021 NBA Draft.
Recap: Knicks 119, Cavaliers 83: “What the puck is going on?”
The Knicks closed out their preseason with a bang, walloping the Cleveland Cavaliers, 119-83. If you can believe it, it could have been worse than that for the Cavs. Matthew Miranda takes you through the wild ending to the preseason, and Immanuel Quickley’s coming out party.
Knicks 119, Cavs 83: Postgame Live
The Knicks crushed the Cavaliers at home to end their preseason slate at 3-1 behind standout performances from Immanuel Quickley, Kevin Knox, Mitchell Robinson, and RJ Barrett.
Game Day: Knicks vs. Cavaliers, 12/18/20
Jon Schulman gets you ready for the Knicks’ preseason finale at home against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Immanuel Quickley: Why our preseason Point God already deserves a statue
Sample sizes? Who needs ’em? Jack Huntley reacts to Immanuel Quickley’s breakout third preseason game, and why he could be the beacon of hope that Knicks fans have been waiting for.
The Strickland’s December mailbag invite
Forget the letters to Santa, get your mailbag questions in to Matthew Miranda and The Strickland this December!
Recap: Knicks 100, Cavs 93 — “Fire Elfrid into the sun, start Quickley now”
The Knicks came back from 18 points down to secure a victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night, their hope opener at Madison Square Garden. Stacy Patton recaps New York’s rousing victory, led by the young core down the stretch.
Knicks 100, Cavaliers 93: Postgame Live
The Knicks staged a huge comeback down the stretch of their game against the Cavs on Wednesday night led by their young core. Relive the best moments and talk it out with KnicksFanTV.
Game Preview: Cavs @ Knicks, 12/16/2020
Get ready for the Knicks’ preseason home opener against the Cavs tonight, including a prediction about a visiting former Knick.
Why the Knicks’ point guard woes in the NBA Draft have been overstated
Much has been made of the Knicks’ inability to draft a cornerstone at the point guard, but just how many opportunities did they even have? Collin Loring takes a look back with hindsight to see if the Knicks have really screwed up that bad at drafting point guards.
Just how good is Mitchell Robinson, and how good can he become? A deep dive
Is Mitchell Robinson the next Rudy Gobert or the next Andre Drummond? Or somewhere in between? Or somewhere lower? Derek Reifer examines the curious case of Mitch, a non-shooting big who’s due for a payday soon, and is also probably the Knicks’ best prospect.
Recap: Pistons 99, Knicks 91 — “Good to see us running the end of the game Randle offense”
The Knicks put up a dud in their second preseason game, though RJ Barrett was a force, and the team did manage to pull off a fake comeback. Stacy Patton breaks down the Knicks’ second outing of the 2020 preseason.
Pistons 99, Knicks 91: Postgame Live
The Knicks came out flat against the Pistons and fell behind early, before staging a valiant fake comeback and ultimately falling in Detroit.
Game Preview: Knicks @ Pistons, 12/13/20
Jon Schulman gets you ready for the Knicks’ second preseason game at the Detroit Pistons, including why a shake-up in the starting lineup could make things a lot more fun.
Recap: Knicks 90, Pistons 84 — “Thibs is angrier up 3 in a preseason game than Fiz was down 38 in a regular-season game.”
The Knicks are back after a nine month hiatus, and that means Matthew Miranda is back recapping Friday night’s action against the Detroit Pistons. Relive the highs and lows of the Knicks’ 90-84 win.
Knicks 90, Pistons 84: Postgame Live
The Knicks beat the Pistons to open the preseason in a rusty affair that saw some great energy from their youngsters.
Game Preview: Knicks @ Pistons, 12/11/20
The Knicks are back after a nine month absence (to the day!) taking on the Detroit Pistons in preseason action. Get ready for the game, and comment along!
Assessing the Knicks’ 2020 free agency period
The Knicks are (seemingly) done for the offseason, with preseason just around the corner and the NBA’s nonstop free agency boom over with. Now that the dust has settled, how did the Knicks do? Tyrese London and Collin Loring examine the Knicks’ exceedingly safe free agency.
The Knicks’ patient and prudent approach requires an eventual payoff
While the Knicks had, on paper, a smart and sensible offseason, Shwinnypooh writes that, at some point, they need to be ready to pull the trigger on a bigger move to make the team better, and capitalize on the potential that the previous front office could not.
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