It's the 18th straight draft lottery appearance in which the Knicks either stayed at their projected pick or moved back. Alright, that's not what the fan base wants to read on here, believe me, I know. However, there is, believe it or not, reason to feel the Knicks will turn the No. 11 pick into a positive for their team's immediate and long-term future. Tuesday … [Read more...] about For the Knicks, picking No. 11 in the 2022 NBA Draft, there’s reason for optimism
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Do the Knicks have their long-term point guard already on the team?
The Knicks find themselves in a situation where they have one of those good problems. The team has exceeded expectations so far this season with a 19-18 record, they're currently fifth in the Eastern Conference standings. That's right, the Knicks are currently in position to reach the playoffs for the first time since the 2012-13 season. Reaching the postseason this … [Read more...] about Do the Knicks have their long-term point guard already on the team?
Knicks take Obi Toppin with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft
The Knicks selected Obi Toppin out of Dayton with the eighth overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. The 6-foot-9, 220-pound Toppin was born in Brooklyn and later graduated from Ossining High School. For Dayton, Toppin emerged as one of the best players in the nation for the 2019-20 college basketball season. The power forward averaged 20.0 points, 7.5. rebounds, and 2.2 … [Read more...] about Knicks take Obi Toppin with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft
Working under the radar works for the Knicks
It's taking awhile to associate the Knicks with working under the radar. These are, however, new beginnings. James Dolan is still signing the checks so, understandably, the fans have a right to be hesitant about another mission statement for better days ahead. But while the NBA continues to navigate through a volatile 2020 season, the Knicks have mostly kept their heads … [Read more...] about Working under the radar works for the Knicks
For the Knicks, John Calipari knows what Kenny Payne brings
Kentucky head coach John Calipari sees big things ahead for the New York Knicks. The hiring of Kenny Payne as assistant coach to Tom Thibodeau has everyone intrigued, including Calipari. Payne was Calipari’s top assistant at Kentucky, he was their lead recruiter and top developmental coach. It’s a who’s who of Kentucky players, taken in the NBA Draft Lottery, that Payne has … [Read more...] about For the Knicks, John Calipari knows what Kenny Payne brings
