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SB Nation team blog- Three winners and three losers from Knicks’ first two preseason games
The Knicks are back to playing basketball and are less than two weeks away from opening night. They’ve started 0-2, which nobody really cares about, but we’ve also now seen enough minutes from the exhibition matches to get a glimpse of who the winners and losers have been in the…
Read at Posting and Toasting → - Knicks’ announcement means bad news for everybody, including New York
While the Knicks and their fans have spent much of the summer celebrating their first championship in 53 years, the upcoming contract situations of a few players have loomed over their heads. And if said players wanted to secure their futures before the start of the season, they…
Read at Posting and Toasting → - All the dumb moments that make this title so much sweeter: Part III (2001-10)
We’re getting closer and closer to basketball, ladies and gentlemen. Can you smell it?
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- Knicks Bulletin: ‘We will remain solely focused on preparing for the start of the season’
The Knicks lost their second consecutive official scrimmage on Thursday… …only for the organization to announce on Friday morning that nope, they ain’t budging and entering contract-extension negotiations any time soon. Gotta love how the outside world sees this as the excrement…
Read at Posting and Toasting → - Preseason Game Thread: Knicks vs. Wizards, October 8, 2026
The World Champion Knicks (0-1) return to Madison Square Garden tonight for their first home appearance since defeating the Spurs in June. Monday’s 120-97 loss in Philadelphia featured brief starter minutes, 20 Knicks, and a ton of missed threes.
Read at Posting and Toasting → - Knicks Bulletin: ‘At the end of the day, everybody has a short-term memory’
New York will watch the Knicks play basketball inside the Garden for the first time since they waved them goodbye after the Game 4 win over the Spurs and before they hoisted the Larry O’B back in Texas. The MSG faithful will have to wait a couple of weeks for the unveiling of…
Read at Posting and Toasting → - Preseason Game Preview: Knicks vs. Wizards, October 8, 2026
The Knicks (0-1) host the Wizards (0-0) tonight in their first return to the court at 4 Pennsylvania Plaza since sinking the Spurs in June. New York seeks to rebound from a 97-120 loss in Philadelphia, where the starters played around 15 minutes each and Mike Brown fielded 20…
Read at Posting and Toasting → - Knicks Bulletin: ‘I heard that all summer’
As we patiently wait for the Knicks to host the Wiz Kiz on Thursday… …here are the latest quotables from around Tarrytown and elsewhere. Mike Brown On the Knicks’ lack of physicality against Philadelphia: “What bothers me is our lack of physicality throughout the ball game, and…
Read at Posting and Toasting → - The very second apron that paved the way for their title seeks to destroy the Knicks
Sports are cyclical. It’s very rare for a team to stay on top for a prolonged period of time, just the same as it’s rare for a team to stay in the doldrums for a long time.
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Yardbarker
Knicks feed- Towns ‘Very Disappointed’ By Knicks Pausing Extension Talks
Star big man Karl-Anthony Towns didn’t hide his disappointment on Sunday when he was asked about the Knicks’ statement from two days prior, per James L.
Read at Yardbarker → - Josh Hart makes his stance clear on contract negotiations with the New York Knicks
Josh Hart has made a firm statement about his contract negotiations with the New York Knicks. The 31-year-old has a team option for the final year of his contract with the Knicks.
Read at Yardbarker → - NBA Analyst Warns Karl-Anthony Towns About Owners’ Heartless Betrayal Amid Paused Contract Talks: 'Stop Enabling These Guys'
The post-championship bliss surrounding the defending NBA champions didn’t even go past the championship parade. Shortly after the championship, New York Knicks owner James Dolan declared that keeping the championship core together didn’t take precedence over financial…
Read at Yardbarker → - Jalen Brunson Sends Stern Directive to Knicks Locker Room Over Paused Contract Negotiations
The New York Knicks have decided to put contract extension talks on hold until later in the season, with the front office announcing the move Friday to avoid off-court distractions.
Read at Yardbarker → - Josh Hart on Knicks contract talks: ‘I’m not really too stressed over it’
Josh Hart sounds a little more relaxed about his contract situation than he did a month ago. The Knicks announced Friday that they are pausing extension talks with eligible players until later in the season, a group that includes Hart, Karl-Anthony Towns and Miles McBride.
Read at Yardbarker → - NBA Notes: Knicks, Landry Shamet, Nets, Spurs, Julian Champagnie
Landry Shamet is making a pretty strong case for a larger role. Kento Kato of Sports Illustrated points out that Shamet has scored 23 points in just 27 preseason minutes while shooting 8-of-15 from the field and 5-of-9 from 3-point range.
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- Josh Hart Reacts To Knicks’ Decision To Table Extension Talks
The Knicks put out a statement on Friday that they’re tabling contract talks with players who are eligible for extensions until later in the 2026/27 season.
Read at Yardbarker → - Josh Hart, Jalen Brunson React To Knicks Stunningly Suspending Contract Talks
Josh Hart entered the 2026 offseason hoping to get a contract extension from the New York Knicks before the 2026-27 NBA season began, but things haven’t panned out as he’d have liked.
Read at Yardbarker → - Knicks Reportedly Announced Contract Talks Are On Hold Because Karl-Anthony Towns’ Comments Upset James Dolan
Contract negotiations have been the biggest talking point about the defending champion New York Knicks in recent weeks, and the team made a bold decision on Friday.
Read at Yardbarker → - Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns decision gets more complicated after insider revelation
The New York Knicks’ decision to pause contract extension talks with Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart has become more complicated after ESPN insider Bobby Marks revealed the franchise has already been presented with a way to keep both players.
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NY Post Knicks
Local beat coverage- Mike Brown relishes chance to meet Giants icon Tom Coughlin at charity event: ‘I actually called my dad’
Mike Brown got an invitation from Tom Coughlin and immediately picked up the phone.
Read at NY Post Knicks → - Josh Hart remains undaunted in the face of his Knicks contract uncertainty
This cloud hovering over the Knicks was exactly what Josh Hart wanted to avoid.
Read at NY Post Knicks → - What To Make Of Knicks Pausing Extension Talks With Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart | NY Got Game
Knicks announce they will be pausing contract extension talks with Karl-Anthony Towns & Josh Hart until “later in the season.” Dexter Henry & Stefan Bondy discuss the decision, if KAT and Hart’s tweets mean anything and what the future holds.
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- The message that Knicks front office is sending while mired in Karl-Anthony Towns negotiations
Even glory has a shelf life.
Read at NY Post Knicks → - Breaking down the NBA’s second apron — and the Knicks headache that comes with it
One of the biggest obstacles in running back Knicks championship team is avoiding the severe penalties that come with exceeding the NBA’s salary cap.
Read at NY Post Knicks → - Knicks shut down Karl-Anthony Towns contract talks before season
The Knicks announced on Friday morning that they would not be doing any contract negotiations at the moment.
Read at NY Post Knicks → - J.R. Smith barred from contacting woman after assault accusations
J.R. Smith was ordered to have “zero communication,” except through an attorney, with the woman he is accused of causing “serious bodily injury” during an incident that led to his arrest in Texas last month.
Read at NY Post Knicks → - Knicks starters effective after Mike Brown gives them extended minutes
The Knicks got a late start to their offseason training, and head coach Mike Brown’s solution is a heavier dose of preseason minutes.
Read at NY Post Knicks → - Jordan Clarkson happy to do his part with Knicks — and knows role
Unlike a year prior, Jordan Clarkson’s free agency included no buyouts or last-minute calls. He experienced the Knicks and wanted more of that.
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Daily Knicks (FanSided)
Team blog- Knicks left Jalen Brunson with a Mitchell Robinson void that James Wiseman can fill
Jalen Brunson and Mitchell Robinson were one of the most devastating pick-and-roll combos of the past half-decade. James Wiseman can help the Knicks recreate some of that chemistry.
Read at Daily Knicks (FanSided) → - Knicks’ biggest threat to another title isn’t money, it’s James Dolan
The biggest threat to the Knicks' staying together isn't the ability to pay core members like Karl-Anthony Towns. It's owner James Dolan's stupidity.
Read at Daily Knicks (FanSided) → - 3 teams that should scare the Knicks in Karl-Anthony Towns’ free agency
If the Knicks have seriously tabled extension talks, Karl-Anthony Towns will become a free agent in 2027. And three teams, in particular, are going to want him.
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- Leon Rose can take a bow after Jordan Clarkson’s Knicks free agency revelation
The Knicks are building the kind of winning culture that players want to be part of. Just ask Jordan Clarkson, who didn't want to sign anywhere else.
Read at Daily Knicks (FanSided) → - Mavericks' failed Tyrese Haliburton deal would've made Jalen Brunson a Knicks villain
The Knicks shouldn't want to change a single thing about how the last few years have played out. The Mavericks, however, certainly tried to back in 2020.
Read at Daily Knicks (FanSided) → - Knicks may have created even more distractions with their latest extension shutdown
In an effort to "eliminate distractions," the New York Knicks may have inadvertently invited even more to come their way.
Read at Daily Knicks (FanSided) → - Andre Drummond has a clear goal for debut Knicks season (and it's not a championship)
Andre Drummond is eyeing one very specific achievement heading into his debut season with the New York Knicks.
Read at Daily Knicks (FanSided) → - Pacôme Dadiet's standalone trade value for Knicks is minimal, but a deal can happen
The Knicks have seven second-round picks over the next three years, allowing them to add sweeteners in a Pacôme Dadiet trade.
Read at Daily Knicks (FanSided) → - Knicks pausing extension talks give Miles McBride a clear path to bigger payday
It suddenly appears as though New York Knicks fan favorite Miles McBride will not be signing an extension any time soon.
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NBC New York Knicks
Local beat coverage- Knicks coach says NBA champs are still discussing if they will visit White House
TARRYTOWN, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 28: Head coach Mike Brown of the New York Knicks speaks to the media during New York Knicks Media Day at the Knicks Training Facility on September 28, 2026 in Tarrytown, New York.
Read at NBC New York Knicks → - The Knicks enjoyed their summer of fun. Now the NBA champions have to get back to work
TARRYTOWN, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 28: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks speaks to the media during New York Knicks Media Day at the Knicks Training Facility on September 28, 2026 in Tarrytown, New York.
Read at NBC New York Knicks → - New York Knicks' Jalen Brunson kicks off the new season of ‘SNL'
Host Jalen Brunson and Marcello Hernández (center) with musical guest Katseye during Promos on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
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- Knicks star Jalen Brunson to make an appearance on ‘Law & Order: SVU' this fall
New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson attends a match between Ben Shelton, of the United States, and Frances Tiafoe, of the United States, during the men’s singles semifinals of the U.S. Open tennis championships Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, in New York.
Read at NBC New York Knicks → - Knicks pause ticket sales after error listed them at too-high prices
The New York Knicks ticker-tape parade on June 18, 2026, in New York City.
Read at NBC New York Knicks → - Jalen Brunson appears in Emmys open with host and Knicks fan Mariska Hargitay
Jalen Brunson and Mariska Hargitay at the New York Knicks championship ticker-tape parade and victory rally to celebrate winning the 2026 NBA Finals on June 18, 2026.
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Around the NBA
From league outlets- Karl-Anthony Towns ‘very disappointed’ in Knicks’ decision to table talks
- Knicks Bulletin: ‘We’re gonna have each other’s back, regardless’
No Knicks basketball on Sunday; what did you expect on the day we all have for resting and disconnecting? (As if I ever do lol) However, New York folks keep logging practices and sending quotes out to the world for us to enjoy. Here’s the latest from Tarrytown before Monday’s…
Read at Yahoo Sports → - On This Date in Knicks History: NY signs Trey Burke
Nine years after the Knicks signed Trey Burke, another former lottery pick is looking for a way back.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Knicks' Towns opens up about grief for World Mental Health Day
Karl-Anthony Towns shared his emotional journey following the death of his mother six years ago to mark World Mental Health Day on Saturday.
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- Knicks freezing contract extension talks is a ticking time bomb
The New York Knicks were engaged on multiple fronts all summer long with regard to contract extensions with their key contributors, but it appears that they are choosing to sit on the fence for now.
Read at Yardbarker → - Knicks are getting budget-conscious at worst possible time
New York Knicks owner James Dolan stayed out of the way while his front office built an NBA champion. Now he's interjecting himself again with predictably bad results.
Read at Yardbarker → - Takeaways from Knicks pausing contract extension talks: Is Josh Hart's time in New York running out?
Coming off a title, four Knicks players are eligible for contract extensions, including starters Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart
Read at CBS Sports → - Knicks tabling Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart contract talks
The Knicks have said they are tabling contract extension talks with Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart "until later in the season and will remain solely focused on preparing for the start of the season."
Read at ESPN → - Knicks pause contract negotiations with Karl-Athony Towns, Josh Hart, others until 'later in the season'
The Knicks released a statement on Friday, and the future of key players will remain uncertain as they begin their NBA title defense
Read at CBS Sports → - Evan Cohen perplexed by Knicks tabling contract talks with KAT, Hart
