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
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Knicks hire Kentucky’s Kenny Payne as assistant coach
The New York Knicks announced Kentucky Wildcats associate head coach, Kenny Payne, will join the team as an assistant to new head coach Tom Thibodeau. Payne is the first formal addition to Thibodeau’s coaching staff. It’s anticipated that he’ll be the primary developmental guru for the team’s young core. If you’re not familiar with Kenny Payne, it's time to get acquainted … [Read more...] about Knicks hire Kentucky’s Kenny Payne as assistant coach
Rushing: Knicks next steps will be the toughest for Leon Rose
Leon Rose had to know he was walking into the challenge of a lifetime. The new president of the New York Knicks is running a team which hasn't reached the playoffs since 2013. The next head coach hired will be the franchise's sixth in the last six years. Stability? There's been none. Consistency? Well, there's been plenty of losing -- so, there's always that. But … [Read more...] about Rushing: Knicks next steps will be the toughest for Leon Rose
Moeller: On This Night, the Knicks Were Kings
May 8, 1970. The day that will live in New York sports history. You have the Jets’ Super Bowl victory and the Mets’ miracle. Yet, the Knicks’ heyday in May is right there. Like the Jets ‘and Mets’ David vs. Goliath plot, the Knicks’ victory in a Game Seven May 8 victory over the Lakers couldn’t have been scripted better. It had it all and should never be forgotten for … [Read more...] about Moeller: On This Night, the Knicks Were Kings
Knicks trying to turn their season around, one win at a time
Mitchell Robinson scored 22 points off the bench to help the Knicks to their best win of the season to date, while also spoiling the return of Carmelo Anthony. If the Knicks are serious about turning their season around, they’re off to a great start in 2020. Mitchell Robinson made all 11 of his shots and finished with 22 points as the Knicks beat the Portland Trail … [Read more...] about Knicks trying to turn their season around, one win at a time
