The Nets and Knicks aren’t just separated by five miles. And the East River. They’re on opposite ends of the basketball world. … [Read more...] about Tanking Nets ‘not good enough’ in Knicks embarrassment — with plenty of blame to go around
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Lenny Wilkens, ex-Knicks coach and legendary NBA player, dead at 88
Lenny Wilkens — a Brooklyn native enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame as both a player and a coach — died Sunday at 88. … [Read more...] about Lenny Wilkens, ex-Knicks coach and legendary NBA player, dead at 88
Nets Notes: Demin, Thomas, Porter, Clowney
Rookie guard Egor Demin made his first career start Friday night, and he’s likely to remain in that role while Cam Thomas recovers from his strained hamstring, writes Brian Lewis of The New York Post. Nets coach Jordi Fernandez was encouraged by what he saw from the No. 8 pick in this year’s draft, who had eight points, seven assists and only one turnover. “He’s a really smart … [Read more...] about Nets Notes: Demin, Thomas, Porter, Clowney
Only a matter of time before Knicks go from sleeping giant to East powerhouse
The New York Knicks will skyrocket up the NBA's leaderboard once things begin to click for two specific players. … [Read more...] about Only a matter of time before Knicks go from sleeping giant to East powerhouse
Mitchell Robinson, Knicks Did Not Have Advanced Extension Discussions Before Season
Mitchell Robinson and the New York Knicks did not engage in advance extensions discussions before the season. There's no sense that Robinson and New York will reach an agreement on an extension before the June 30 deadline. Without an extension, Robinson would become an unrestricted free agent in July. The veteran center would be one of the best available centers in free agency. … [Read more...] about Mitchell Robinson, Knicks Did Not Have Advanced Extension Discussions Before Season