New York Sports Today

New York Sports News Continuously updated

Knicks

Southeast Notes: Whitmore, Hornets, NBA Cup Money, Bane

by

Poor practice habits are the reason Wizards coach Brian Keefe decided to bench Cam Whitmore, sources tell Grant Afseth of RG. Keefe stated over the weekend that Whitmore wasn’t living up to “certain standards,” but added that any further details would be kept internal. Afseth hears that the decision is in line with Keefe’s focus on accountability, consistency and building … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Whitmore, Hornets, NBA Cup Money, Bane

Jaylen Brown, Jamal Murray Named Players Of The Week

by

Celtics wing Jaylen Brown and Nuggets guard Jamal Murray have been named the NBA’s Players of the Week, the league announced on Monday (via Twitter). Brown won for the Eastern Conference, while Murray claimed the award in the Western Conference. Brown, the 2024 Finals MVP, led Boston to an unblemished 3-0 record in games he played from December 1-7. He sat out the Dec. 4 … [Read more...] about Jaylen Brown, Jamal Murray Named Players Of The Week

Mikal Bridges, Knicks Agree to Four-Year Extension

by

Mikal Bridges and the New York Knicks have reportedly agreed to a four-year contract extension. The deal is for $150 million. By agreeing to an extension now, this allows the Knicks future financial flexibility. Especially since Bridges could have earned $156 million or more if he had waited for his current deal to expire. The Knicks acquired the defensive-minded wing in a … [Read more...] about Mikal Bridges, Knicks Agree to Four-Year Extension