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Josh Hart when asked about fatigue factoring in to NYK’s loss to CHA tonight: “You got people getting up at 6 am doing 12 hour shifts. Those people are tired. For us, we’re playing a game…. We gotta keep that in perspective.” Full answer:
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Respectfully disagree. Kevin Durant engaging with fans in a discussion about basketball is tremendous
“Kevin Durant needs to get a life”
—@jasonrmcintyre implores @KDTrey5 to stop getting into Twitter fights
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Jalen Brunson asked about Trae Young standing over NYK logo at half court, blowing on/rolling dice and picking up money like he was on Vegas craps table at end of game: “We should win the game if we don’t want him to do that.”
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Here’s the reception Carmelo Anthony received at Madison Square Garden when he was shown on the Jumbotron during Knicks-Heat:
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Kyrie Irving asked if his mindset has changed regarding re-signing with Boston: “Ask me July 1.” He says he’s going to do what’s best for his career.
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RJ Barrett and the Knicks open their Summer League against Zion Williamson and the Pelicans on July 5 in Las Vegas.
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From the visitors locker room at Barclays Center, Richard Jefferson and Channing Frye mockingly congratulated ex-teammate LeBron James tonight on passing Michael Jordan on the all-time scoring list:
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Worth noting: Knicks owe Tom Thibodeau at least $30 million guaranteed on his recently-signed extension, per sources. Also worth noting: NYK won a playoff series in 3 straight years under Thibodeau: from 2001 to 2020, they won just 1 series. He built winning foundation here.
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Knicks could’ve played it safe & traded for a healthy backup C at 2025 deadline. They instead bet on Mitchell Robinson, who made one of the biggest plays in Game 6 (clip below). Cs struggled with Robinson all series. NYK was +46 in Robinson’s 124 minutes.
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ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt says ADL is not accepting Kyrie Irving’s $500K donation: ‘We were optimistic but after watching the debacle of a press conference, it’s clear that Kyrie feels no accountability for his actions. @ADL cannot in good conscience accept (the donation).’ 1/2
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The Mikal Bridges deal came together quickly after Bridges informed the Nets that he wanted to be a Knick. Bridges was prepared to sign with NYK and his side was prepared to use that leverage to keep other teams from trading for him, per SNY sources.
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Great job by Coney Island's Stephon Marbury. The ex-Knick said in an interview with the NY Post that he has arranged to help deliver 10 million N95 masks to hospital workers/first responders in NY: nypost.com/2020/03/29/stepho…
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Told that Knicks’ trade for Mikal Bridges does not change their hope that they can re-sign free agent OG Anunoby. That remains a priority for the club.
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Taj Gibson has agreed to a one-year, $2.7 million deal to return to the Knicks, Mark Bartelstein of @PrioritySports tells SNY.
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RJ Barrett: “This is the place I want to be.” Barrett says the Knicks are the only team he’ll work out with and meet with before the draft.
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OG Anunoby would have had max offers coming from other places, per sources monitoring the wing market. But Anunoby saw the vision with the Knicks and wanted to help build a true contender in the Garden, SNY sources say.
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Knicks are hosting a watch party at Radio City Music Hall on Wednesday for Game 1 of Knicks-Pacers. Tickets are $10; proceeds will benefit the Garden of Dreams Foundation
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Nets surely didn’t want to trade Mikal Bridges to NYK but Bridges’ side was prepared to force the issue by telling teams he wanted to be w/NYK, per SNY sources. Bridges’ side made it clear to BKN that he wanted to be w/NYK, reunite w/Villanova teammates Brunson, Hart, DiVincenzo
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Karl Anthony Towns has arrived at the Knick practice facility, per @Yoav_Modai. Entered a few minutes ago.
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Starting tomorrow, I'll be covering the Knicks, Nets & NBA for SNY. I'm so grateful for my opportunities & experiences at ESPN. The company allowed me to grow personally & professionally. Looking forward to this next chapter at SNY; beyond excited to join their talented team.
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Enes Kanter wants to make the postseason this year. “When I think about the playoffs, my nipples get hard,” he says.
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The Knicks’ loss to Cleveland on Monday is their 17th straight. That’s the longest single-season losing streak in franchise history. They lost 16 in a row in 2014-15, when they finished with a franchise-low 17 wins. NYK (10-46) has the worst record in the NBA & has lost 30 of 32
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When asked about Ben Simmons today, Jared Dudley offered some perspective on the Nets’ approach in defending the Sixers star and reiterared, in detail, why he sees Simmons as ‘elite’ in transition and ‘average’ in half-court offense:
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League sources say part of Julius Randle’s thinking on signing his 4 year, $117M contract extension w/NYK is that he loves the organization/fans & wants to ‘commit his prime to the team.’ Sources add that Randle wants to commit now to give more NYK financial flexibility. ESPN 1st
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Despite strong interest from DePaul, Kenny Payne will remain with the New York Knicks, per SNY sources.
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Donte DiVincenzo with a message of thanks to Knicks fans, via his agency: “Thank you for one of the best years of my life….It was just one season, but one for the record books.” DiVincenzo’s full statement here:
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RJ Barrett’s message to New Yorkers/Knicks fans: “I’m here. I love you. Let’s try to get back to that championship way.”
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Austin Rivers on NYK: ‘I’ve been on bad teams before, this is not one. I can promise you that. I don’t know where we’ll end up. There’s so much work to do...But I do know the spirit is different...This is not the Knick team that...ya’ll have been covering”
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Julius Randle on the foul called on him late in OT that played a significant role Philly's win over NYK: "For them to call that and decide the game is f-----g ridiculous. It's ridiculous. They've got to do a better job. It's too many games like this."
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Asked about the 2-minute report, Tom Thibodeau says he’s more concerned about ‘the 46-minute report.” Says that he knew refs couldn’t call fouls there because of the way they officiated Jalen Brunson during Game 2.
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If I'm the Knicks, I'm showing free agents video of the MSG crowd watching their 10-29 team make a comeback late in the fourth quarter today against Miami. This place is loud.
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If it wasn’t clear before G4, Jalen Brunson’s play today removed any doubt that he’s best player in NYK-DET series. 15 pts in 4th Q to lead NYK comeback, 32 pts overall on 50% shooting (2 FTAs), 11 assists. No slight to Cade, who’s an incredible player. But Brunson is clear No. 1
"I love Jalen Brunson. Cade Cunningham's the best player in this series." —@RealMikeWilbon on Pistons-Knicks 😳
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Knicks have asked for and received permission to speak with MIN assistant coach Pablo Prigioni about positions on Mike Brown's staff, league sources tell SNY. Prigioni, a former Knick, is highly regarded in coaching circles.
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Knicks have agreed to a deal to acquire Mikal Bridges, SNY sources say. Bridges informed Nets that he wanted to be a Knick earlier this week, sources say.
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Jalen Brunson asked if he thinks this season is a success given what Knicks have gone through and where they finished: “No.”
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Donte DiVincenzo remembers the MSG floor shaking when he hit the game winner last year in Game 2 vs the Sixers. He says it’s his favorite moment as a Knick: “I’ve never been a part of something like that.”
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Derrick Rose on Trae Young/MSG crowd in Game 1: “That’s basketball...the league got so soft, bro. That’s basketball. He come in, he played a great game & the crowd’s supposed to do that. His reaction’s supposed to be that way...that’s what I’m used to.”
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Kristaps Porzingis skipped exit meetings due to frustration over dysfunction, drama surrounding NYK, team sources told ESPN. Story coming.
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Knicks have traded Julius Randle to MIN in exchange for a package including Karl Anthony Towns, sources say.
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Joel Embiid on large amount of Knicks fans at Wells Fargo today: “Disappointing. I love our fans. Think it's unfortunate and I'm not calling them out, but it is disappointing. Obviously you got a lot of Knicks fans and they're down the road and I've never seen it, and I've been here for 10 years. Yeah, it kind of pisses me off, especially because Philly is considered a sports town. They've always shown up and I don't think that should happen. Yeah. It's not okay.”
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NYK free agent C Isaiah Hartenstein is expected to be a top target for several opposing teams in free agency. With the offers that Hartenstein is expected to command on open market, it’s become increasingly unlikely that NYK will be able to retain Hartenstein, per SNY sources
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Enes Kanter on LeBron James: “I don’t care what you call yourself - King, Queen, Princess - we’re gonna fight.”
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Knicks are releaving Tom Thibodeau of his duties, per league sources. Organization singular focused on winning title, feels new voice is needed. Team president Leon Rose made decision with support of owner James Dolan.
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Knicks are hosting a Watch Party on 33rd St outside of MSG for Game 1 tomorrow. It’s free, open to public. Starts at 4pm with an NYK-themed Block Party, which includes activities & alumni appearances. There is also a viewing of Game 1 on a large outdoor screen.
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Knicks are planning to waive Omari Spellman to make room to sign veteran another veteran, per SNY sources. Knicks are close to deal with Taj Gibson, per SNY sources. Nothing done yet, but it’s likely to happen.
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Cleveland Cavaliers have removed themselves from Donovan Mitchell trade talks, per SNY sources. Doesn’t seem like there are any suitors at moment who can approach what Knicks can offer Utah - even if you take RJ Barrett off the table. So this trade is still NYK’s to lose.
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Hearing the Game 3 lineup change being strongly considered by the Knicks is to move Mitchell Robinson to starting lineup and have Josh Hart come off the bench. My man @CPTheFanchise said earlier that NYK was strongly considering a change ahead of G3. NYK starting lineup is -50 in the postseason and -29 in the Eastern Conference Finals. Indiana has a 2-0 series lead and will host the Knicks on Sunday. Based on where things stand currently, Robinson will be starting in that game.
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An MRI confirmed that Kristaps Porzingis tore the ACL in his left knee, the Knicks say.
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Knicks’ Julius Randle has won NBA’s Most Improved Player Award, source confirms. First reported by The Athletic.
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Julius Randle said refs told him tonight that certain contact doesn't affect him like it affects other players because of his size/strength, which factors in to how he's officiated. "I can't be penalized for just being stronger.... That's now how you officiate the game."
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As you'd imagine, this was a tough call for Isaiah Hartenstein. He loved his teammates, energy of the fan base, the city. The opportunity for big raise (OKC: 3/$87; NYK: 4/$72) while maintaining chance to compete for title was a factor, per people familiar with decision. If another cap space team that was rebuilding made this offer to Hartenstein, it might have been a different outcome. Knicks did everything they could to keep Hartenstein and made the decision 'so hard' for him, per people familiar with the matter. It was not an obvious decision for Hartenstein, even at the salary OKC was offering. Remember, Hartenstein was on a $1.7M deal a few years ago. If Knicks weren't limited by the Early Bird's Rights rule in the CBA, it's fair to assume they could have kept Hartenstein.
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Josh Hart says Julius Randle remains in touch w/teammates while he's out. Asked what NYK misses w/out Randle, Hart says, in part, "He was 24 & 9 & 5, so that play-making, that shot-making.... It's funny when people talk about us, they somehow forget the big void that we have."
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Tom Thibodeau went with Miles McBride and Mitchell Robinson for a pivotal six-minute stretch ending with 1:44 to go in the fourth. New York outscored Boston, 18-10, in that stretch. Robinson has five offensive rebounds (7 overall) in 25 minutes.
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Two-time NBA champ and two-time Naismith Hall of Famer Clyde Frazier is down in Miami for Game 6. He’s not working; he came down as a fan:
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The Knicks and Clippers have had contact about a potential Paul George trade, per SNY sources. It is unknown if Clippers are willing to move George. @TheSteinLine reported earlier that Clips gave rival teams the impression that they were gauging George's trade value last week.
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Knicks are the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference and will face Atlanta in the first round. New York survived against Boston on Sunday to clinch the four seed. Club finished the season 41-31 after going 21-45 last season. Tom Thibodeau has a strong Coach of the Year candidacy.
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A major factor in Jalen Brunson’s decision to sign 4yr/$156M extension instead of waiting to ink potential 5yr/$270M deal next summer is his desire to give New York the best chance to build out its roster, SNY sources say. The move obviously gives NYK significant financial relief
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Celtics’ loss to Cavs clinches a playoff spot for the Knicks. It’s the first postseason appearance for NYK since 2013. The 7-season drought included two 17-win campaigns & 5 seasons with at least 50 losses. Tremendous accomplishment for Thibodeau, Randle & the entire organization
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Empire State Building’s lights will be orange and blue tonight for Game 2 of Knicks-Hawks:
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ESPN says the In-Season Tournament title game was most-watched regular-season non-Christmas Day game on any network in 5+ years. Audience peaked at 5,680,000 viewers for Lakers-Pacers game, network says.
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Seton Hall’s Myles Powell will sign with the Knicks as an undrafted free agent, sources confirm. He will be in training camp with NYK. First reported by @AdamZagoria
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“In Toronto I played like 58 minutes one game… I’ve played a lot of minutes before… I’m used to this.”
OG Anunoby said he felt fine after logging 43 min on Wednesday and 43 min on Thursday:
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Strong message from Derrick Rose, who underwent procedure last week to address skin infection in surgically repaired ankle:
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Asked Tom Thibodeau about Joel Embiid’s Flagrant 1. “Which one? The one they called or the one they didn’t call?” He was referencing when Embiid hit Isaiah Hartenstein in the groin.
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Knicks and OG Anunoby will make call tomorrow on whether he plays in Game 7 but there is optimism about his return at the moment, per SNY sources. Sources say Anunoby has progressed in his rehab and he wants to be out there with his teammates in win-or-go-home game vs IND.
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Media and fans voted Joel Embiid over Kristaps Porzingis. Players voted Kristaps Porzingis ahead of Embiid.
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Enes Kanter on LeBron James’ “King of New York” reference on Instagram: “We already have a king. It’s Kristaps Porzingis.”
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The Knicks have reached an agreement with free agent big man Noah Vonleh, per ESPN sources.
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Knicks’ Tom Thibodeau has been named Eastern Conference NBA Coach of the Month for May, the league says.
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Knicks have been informed that Oklahoma City is one of the other teams Carmelo Anthony has included on his list, team sources told ESPN
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NBA says Knicks-Spurs on Christmas Day averaged 4.91 million viewers, making it the most-watched Christmas Day opener in 13 years and up 98% over the comparable window last season (that game was a Knicks’ win at home over Bucks).
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Knicks and Mikal Bridges have agreed to an extension at less than max, which gives the Knicks more financial flexibility due to second apron. “He wants to be here and wants to win here,” league source told SNY. Bridges could have signed 4 year, $156M max but agreed to 4 years for $150M, league source confirmed. First reported by ESPN.
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Josh Hart on Julius Randle & Donte DiVincenzo: “When they come here, I hope and know that the Garden is going to show both of those guys love for the sacrifices they made in a Knicks jersey.” Hart also notes that Randle helped change NYK’s trajectory:
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Knicks, per league sources in touch with team, feel they had a great opportunity to address their biggest need at C in trading for a 4 time All Star & 2-time All NBA player in Karl Anthony Towns. They see Towns, 28, as a great fit with their other high-end talent and someone who complements the rest of the core well, those league sources say. They also feel Towns gives them a strong opportunity for sustained success, per sources in touch with the team. Final details of the trade are still being worked through, per sources.
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There will be mutual interest between veteran guard Russell Westbrook and the Knicks when free agency opens, as Knicks are one of several teams who will have interest in Westbrook, league sources say. Knicks currently have the $5M tax-payer exception and the veteran's minimum exception to offer free agents. @TheSteinLine & @JakeLFischer earlier said Westbrook was a target for the Knicks.
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Thanks to both Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo for the time they spent speaking with reporters who cover the Knicks. I appreciated the approach both players took in their dealings with the local media.
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Julius Randle & Earl Monroe in the Bronx today at the Earl Monroe New Rennaisance Basketball School. Randle announced a pledged to donate $500 for every 3-point shot he hits this season. The donation is ear-marked for the school’s math & literacy intervention programs.
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Draymond Green suggests on his podcast that Karl-Anthony Towns missed Tuesday’s game vs GSW because he wanted to avoid Jimmy Butler. Green casually throwing this out there on his platform without researching the situation is extremely irresponsible:
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Immanuel Quickley said he had the chance to text with Damian Lillard after the Portland game. Knicks associate head coach Johnnie Bryant, who is close with Lillard, connected them. Quickley said Lillard gave him advice on several topics, including point guard play.
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Two years ago, Josh Hart said “I get rebounds that break teams.” Hart’s contested rebound late in Game 3 is a good example of what he means:
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Free agent Derrick Rose intends to sign a multi-year agreement with the Memphis Grizzlies, per SNY sources.
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NYK GM Scott Perry says all Knicks players are vaccinated. Perry says the organization is proud of how seriously the players approached COVID-19 and credits the team medical staff. Per NYC mandate, Knicks and Nets need to be vaccinated to play/practice in the city.
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Sources with @wojespn: Thirty-four years ago, Dave DeBusschere pumped his fist on the podium upon winning the chance to draft Patrick Ewing. This year, Ewing will represent the Knicks at the Draft Lottery for a chance to draft Zion. Story: es.pn/2GmKM3x
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Knicks rookie Obi Toppin will wear No. 1, as @StevePopper noted.
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After a blowout loss in Game 4, NYK’s Isaiah Hartenstein said ‘the way we played…was not respectful to the fans and how they support us.” Hartenstein had 12 offensive rebounds (17 overall) & 5 assists tonight in NYK’s 30-point Game 5 win:
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