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• 06.24.11
  NY Knicks: Why Every Knicks Fan Should Be Happy with the Pick of Iman Shumpert 2011 NBA Draft, Basketball, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  In what was set to be his last move as the New York Knicks GM, Donnie Walsh, who basically rebuilt the franchise from ruins, selected Georgia Tech point guard Iman Shumpert.The selection of Shumpert may not be what every fan was looking for. It may not be the perfect solution to all of the Knicks problems, but what it could be is the addition of another small piece to a puzzle gradually constructed by the Knicks. And if he plays his role right, Shumpert could be a big help to the team next season.Let’s think about this. He is 6’5" ...
• 06.24.11
  2011 NBA Draft Results: Grading the New York Knicks’ Draft Picks 2011 NBA Draft, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off

  With the 17th pick of the 2011 NBA Draft, the New York Knicks select…Iman Shumpert from Georgia Tech University. Between a smattering of boos and a halfhearted reaction from celebrity super-fan Spike Lee, the surplus of spectators supporting the Knicks inside the Prudential Center weren’t too thrilled. Maybe the absence of enthusiasm was partly due to cult figure Jimmer Fredette and lights-out shooter Klay Thompson already having been taken. Or, the pick may have stung a bit more considering Nikola Vucevic, regarded as the second-best center in the draft, went to the Philadelphia 76ers at selection No. 16. Whatever the ...
• 06.24.11
  2011 NBA Draft Results: Grading the New York Knicks’ Draft Picks 2011 NBA Draft, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off

  With the 17th pick of the 2011 NBA Draft, the New York Knicks select…Iman Shumpert from Georgia Tech University. Between a smattering of boos and a halfhearted reaction from celebrity super-fan Spike Lee, the surplus of spectators supporting the Knicks inside the Prudential Center weren’t too thrilled. Maybe the absence of enthusiasm was partly due to cult figure Jimmer Fredette and lights-out shooter Klay Thompson already having been taken. Or, the pick may have stung a bit more considering Nikola Vucevic, regarded as the second-best center in the draft, went to the Philadelphia 76ers at selection No. 16. Whatever the ...
• 06.23.11
  2011 NBA Draft Results: Josh Harrellson Goes No. 45 to New York Knicks 2011 NBA Draft, Breaking News, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, New York Knicks | Comments Off

  2011 NBA Draft Results: Josh Harrellson Goes No. 45 to New York KnicksAlthough he doesn't seem completely ready to play in the NBA, Josh Harrellson has definitely got some game. He only averaged 7.6 points and 8.7 rebounds per game for the Kentucky Wildcats, but the 6'10" power forward really stepped up his game when March Madness rolled around. Harrellson is never going to be a terrific low post presence, but his passing, rebounding, size and toughness will make him a mainstay on an NBA roster. Harrellson was drafted by the New York Knicks in the second round of the draft, significantly higher ...
• 06.23.11
  2011 NBA Draft Results: Josh Harrellson Goes No. 45 to New York Knicks 2011 NBA Draft, Breaking News, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, New York Knicks | Comments Off

  2011 NBA Draft Results: Josh Harrellson Goes No. 45 to New York KnicksAlthough he doesn't seem completely ready to play in the NBA, Josh Harrellson has definitely got some game. He only averaged 7.6 points and 8.7 rebounds per game for the Kentucky Wildcats, but the 6'10" power forward really stepped up his game when March Madness rolled around. Harrellson is never going to be a terrific low post presence, but his passing, rebounding, size and toughness will make him a mainstay on an NBA roster. Harrellson was drafted by the New York Knicks in the second round of the draft, significantly higher ...
• 06.23.11
  2011 NBA Draft: Grading Kyrie Irving and the First Round 2011 NBA Draft, Carmelo Anthony, LeBron James, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off

  Minnesota will sport two rookies next year, No. 2 Derrick Williams and Ricky Rubio, the Wolves' first-round pick in 2009.Kyrie Irving, as expected, went first overall to Cleveland, and Enes Kanter was the first international player off the board.So who made the grade in 2011? Who missed the grade? Who reached the most?Begin Slideshow
• 06.23.11
  2011 NBA Draft: Grading Kyrie Irving and the First Round 2011 NBA Draft, Carmelo Anthony, LeBron James, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off

  Minnesota will sport two rookies next year, No. 2 Derrick Williams and Ricky Rubio, the Wolves' first-round pick in 2009.Kyrie Irving, as expected, went first overall to Cleveland, and Enes Kanter was the first international player off the board.So who made the grade in 2011? Who missed the grade? Who reached the most?Begin Slideshow
• 06.23.11
  So, the Knicks Drafted Georgia Tech’s Iman Shumpert in Round One: Now What? 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks | Comments Off

  I knew in my heart that Jimmer Fredette wouldn't stick around until pick No. 17, and that the Knicks wouldn't trade up.Now, I can only hope Jimmer pulls a J.J. Redick (J.J. I really did love you as a CameronCrazy, but let's face it—you're no superstar down in Orlando) and flops in Sac-Town. At least he's with dreamboat Omri Casspi now, but I digress.Right, so Iman Shumpert is now in the Big Apple. What does this mean for the Knicks? Personally, I'm not a fan of this pick.I wasn't expecting Shumpert to be picked before the middle of the second round, and ...
• 06.23.11
  So, the Knicks Drafted Georgia Tech’s Iman Shumpert in Round One: Now What? 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks | Comments Off

  I knew in my heart that Jimmer Fredette wouldn't stick around until pick No. 17, and that the Knicks wouldn't trade up.Now, I can only hope Jimmer pulls a J.J. Redick (J.J. I really did love you as a CameronCrazy, but let's face it—you're no superstar down in Orlando) and flops in Sac-Town. At least he's with dreamboat Omri Casspi now, but I digress.Right, so Iman Shumpert is now in the Big Apple. What does this mean for the Knicks? Personally, I'm not a fan of this pick.I wasn't expecting Shumpert to be picked before the middle of the second round, and ...
• 06.23.11
  2011 NBA Mock Draft: Kenneth Faried Going to the New York Knicks 2011 NBA Draft, 2011 NBA Mock Draft, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, New York, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction | Comments Off

  The NBA Draft is finally upon us. In a few short hours, all of us who have made mock drafts will look like idiots because let's be honest, these drafts never go according to plan. Nevertheless, it's always fun to speculate as to who goes where.With the draft class so lacking in star power and there being about 10 players jumbled in the second level behind Kyrie Irving and Derrick Williams, teams will be looking to draft players for need simply because the value won't be there after the first few selections.So, here's my best guess as to where these ...
• 06.23.11
  NBA Draft 2011: 10 Ways the New York Knicks Could Shake Up the Draft 2011 NBA Draft, Amare Stoudemire, Chauncey Billups, Isaiah Thomas (G), NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction | Comments Off

  The NBA Draft is upon us, and what is more fun than draft-day moves, trades that occur, unexpected selections and speculation for the upcoming season and the seasons to come. What is more fun? The New York Knicks are one of the most storied and important franchises in the NBA. Coming from New York, being the center of attention is something they certainly do not shy away from. Here are 10 ways the Knicks could shake up the draft:Begin Slideshow
• 06.23.11
  NBA Draft 2011, New York Knicks: Donnie Walsh Putting Final Touches on Legacy 2011 NBA Draft, Amare Stoudemire, Carmelo Anthony, Jonny Flynn, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Rumors, New York Knicks, Opinion, Preview/Prediction, Toney Douglas | Comments Off

  It’s no secret that Donnie Walsh has helped the New York Knicks rise from the ashes.  Unfortunately, his reign as president will come to an end after June 30th, when he will instead assume a consultant position. The bad news is that he may not be as involved moving forward, with the team set to seek out his successor at the beginning of next month. The good news, however, is that Walsh will have a chance during Thursday’s NBA Draft to put one final stamp on his legacy in charge of the Knicks. During his short tenure with the Knicks, ...
• 06.23.11
  2011 NBA Draft: Why Jimmer Fredette Is the Best Player Available 2011 NBA Draft, Opinion | Comments Off

    It does not take a rocket scientist to see that BYU's Jimmer Fredette is not only the most seasoned player on this year's draft board, but is the most undervalued. The super-senior, a rich blend between both Steve Nash and Steph Curry-- will be the draft's ultimate sale blow out merchandise, and will make the day for a team picking in the mid-teens to early twenties. He is the lottery- ticket- found- on- a- street- corner kind of guy who will win rookie of the year in 2012, and will without question be the best player from this year's draft in years down the line. Prudence ...
• 06.22.11
  NBA Draft 2011: Who Will the New York Knicks Take with the No. 17 Pick? 2011 NBA Draft, NBA, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction | Comments Off

  It's that time of year, the NBA draft.  This year's class is definitely one of the more exciting classes in the last few years.  Players like Kyrie Irving, Derrick Williams, Enes Kanter, etc., are all expected to have big careers in the NBA.As us Knick fans know, the biggest needs for this team are defense, rebounding and bench scoring.  Rumors also say that the Knicks may look for their point guard of the future, which could eventually lead up to Dwight Howard coming to the Big Apple in 2012.  However, I don't think the Knicks will pick a point guard, ...
• 06.22.11
  NBA Draft 2011: New York Knicks’ 10 Biggest Steals in Draft History 2011 NBA Draft, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, NBA History, New York, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off

  The New York Knicks and their fans are alive with buzz in regards to the upcoming 2011 NBA draft.This draft is projected to be laden with talent for only the first few picks, rendering it one of the weaker drafts in the event's history.As a result of the projected shallowness of talent in the draft, the Knicks are actively trying to move up the order and ensure that they can draft a player who can make a difference.Many Knicks fans would love to see New York in a position to draft sharpshooters Jimmer Fredette or Chris Singleton, but currently, holding ...
• 06.21.11
  Jimmer Fredette: Why the New York Knicks Should Select Him in the NBA Draft 2011 NBA Draft, Chauncey Billups, Mike D'antoni, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  Jimmer Fredette's draft stock seems to have the sports world more shaken up than the O.J. Simpson trial and Michael Jordan's first retirement combined.OK, maybe that's a bit of an exaggeration. But as you've probably noticed, it has become impossible to turn anywhere for sports news and not find a segment or an article about why teams should avoid taking the guard who supposedly isn't a true point guard that can't play defense.Let's start with the positives.The kid can shoot with the best of them. The former Cougar shot 45 percent from the field, just below 40 percent from beyond ...
• 06.20.11
  NBA Draft 2011: Chris Singleton and 10 Best Prospects for the New York Knicks 2011 NBA Draft, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction | Comments Off

  No player in the 2011 NBA draft class jumps out and makes you say, "Wow, here's a future star."Fortunately for the New York Knicks, they spent the past year loading their roster with top NBA talent, so it's time for them to turn their attention to acquiring complementary pieces.  They've won back their fans.  They've won back the city of New York.  Madison Square Garden is electrified once again like it's 1994. The center pieces are in place.  What the Knicks must set out to do in this year's draft is find a nitty, gritty type of player that will play ...
• 06.20.11
  NBA Draft 2011: Chris Singleton and 10 Best Prospects for the New York Knicks 2011 NBA Draft, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction | Comments Off

  No player in the 2011 NBA draft class jumps out and makes you say, "Wow, here's a future star."Fortunately for the New York Knicks, they spent the past year loading their roster with top NBA talent, so it's time for them to turn their attention to acquiring complementary pieces.  They've won back their fans.  They've won back the city of New York.  Madison Square Garden is electrified once again like it's 1994. The center pieces are in place.  What the Knicks must set out to do in this year's draft is find a nitty, gritty type of player that will play ...
• 06.20.11
  NBA Draft 2011: Why NY Knicks Need Syracuse PF Rick Jackson, Not Kenneth Faried 2011 NBA Draft, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction, Rick Jackson | Comments Off

  The 2011 NBA draft is almost here, and Thursday night marks the final stamp on Donnie Walsh’s legacy as New York Knicks president of basketball operations before he rides off into the Indiana sunset. Whoever Walsh chooses with the 17th overall pick, you can be sure he’ll do his damnedest to make certain another Knicks draft bust does not tarnish his reputation as a team-building genius. The Knicks are a few pieces short of a championship-caliber roster, and this is why New York remains one of the more intriguing stories in this year’s draft. With just a single pick, Walsh ...
• 06.18.11
  NBA Draft 2011: Jimmer Fredette and 5 Prospects New York Knicks Should Avoid 2011 NBA Draft, Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off

  The New York Knicks finally broke through this season, making the playoffs for the first time since Stephon Marbury was running the show.However, they were promptly swept out of the first round by the Boston Celtics.Now the focus shifts from, "How can we acquire Carmelo Anthony?" to "How can we turn this team into a championship contender?"While it is tough to find a player who will make an immediate impact in the middle of the first round, there are a lot of players the Knicks are considering who may be able to do so.However, the following prospects are people I ...

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