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?
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Knicks rookie Obi Toppin reportedly taking part in 2021 NBA Slam Dunk Contest
Rookie Obi Toppin is expected to participate in the 2021 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, per multiple reports. NBA insider Shams Charania of The Athletic tweeted the exciting news which could have Knicks fans excited to see if Toppin can bring home the trophy. Toppin, out of Dayton University, has appeared in 23 games so far this season. The Knicks selected him with the eighth … [Read more...] about Knicks rookie Obi Toppin reportedly taking part in 2021 NBA Slam Dunk Contest
Knicks’ Julius Randle named NBA All-Star for first time in career
Julius Randle can cross this one off his checklist. He’s now an NBA All-Star. Randle has been named to the Eastern Conference All-Star team as a reserve. He will become the first Knicks player to participate in an All-Star Game since Carmelo Anthony in 2017. Randle’s second season with the Knicks so far has been an awakening. He’s posted career highs in points (23.2), … [Read more...] about Knicks’ Julius Randle named NBA All-Star for first time in career
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
