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02.04.12

NBA: The New York Knicks, the “Big 3,” and All That Power Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Mike D'antoni, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion, Tyson Chandler | Comments Off
Kanye West’s "Power" sounded through Madison Square Garden during the February 2 game against the Bulls. “No one man should have so much power,” Kanye chants. It’s true. Such is the fundamental problem with the new New York Knicks. So much power. The Knicks have amazing powerhouses in Carmelo, Amar’e, and Tyson, but do they complement each other? The answer, as everyone is discovering, is no. Not to play the “I told you so” card, but I saw this coming. Who remembers the beginning of the 2010-2011 season? I do. Ray Felton, Amar’e, Landry Fields, Danilo Gallinari and Wilson Chandler were lighting ...
02.03.12

NBA Trade Rumors: Knicks Shouldn’t Even Think About Trading Stoudemire Amare Stoudemire, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
During the offseason, the Knicks tried hard to get LeBron James, but ultimately missed out on the star on July 8th, 2010. Their Plan B was getting Amar'e Stoudemire to come to New York. And no other player was willing to but Stoudemire. "The Knicks are back." Stoudemire proclaimed. And that they were. Right from the get-go Stoudemire lit it up, even before Carmelo Anthony came to New York. When Anthony arrived, Stoudemire's promise became a fact, and the Knicks were back and ready to get in the playoffs.Although they lost all four games against the Celtics ...
02.03.12

NBA Trade Rumors: New York Knicks Need to Trade Amar’e Stoudemire Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Trade Rumors, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
One of the biggest NBA rumors this year is the fact that the New York Knicks might be looking to trade forward Amar'e Stoudemire. Stoudemire, along with Carmelo Anthony, makes this Knicks team look good on paper, but on the court look dismal. So it is no surprise that the Knicks are looking to get rid of one of the problems in order to get a solution. When New York acquired Stoudemire in 2010, Knicks Nation was happy to be getting a superstar in The Garden. For only the cheap price of about $100 million through five years, the Knicks ...
02.02.12

Knicks Rumors: NY Knicks Disrespecting Amar’e Stoudemire with Trade Talks Amare Stoudemire, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
Amar'e Stoudemire signed with the New York Knicks in July 2010 as their big free-agent pickup when LeBron James spurned the city. The All-Star power forward quickly brought the Knicks back to relevance with a playoff berth last season.Now, the Knicks are struggling and subsequently disrespecting Stoudemire by not quelling rumors that he could be traded to the Philadelphia 76ers or the Orlando Magic for Dwight Howard.Stoudemire, 29, has struggled a bit this season by collecting 17.6 points, 8.0 rebounds and 0.7 blocks on 42.9 percent shooting a night. This is considerably down from last year's 25.3 points, 8.2 rebounds ...
02.02.12

New York Knicks: Predicting the Outcome of Every Game in February Amare Stoudemire, Baron Davis, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Mike D'antoni, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Rankings/List, Tyson Chandler | Comments Off
The New York Knicks had the luxury of a favorable schedule in January, yet it is one they failed to capitalize off of.As we enter February, it's not going to get any easier.Games against the Chicago Bulls, Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat and Atlanta Hawks, among others, are awaiting New York. The Knicks' performance during this stretch, which kicks off with a back-to-back-to-back, will speak volumes about which direction the team is headed.Will Mike D'Antoni's seat cool off? Can the Knicks get their heads above .500? What kind of impact with Baron Davis' return have on the team?The ...
02.02.12

NBA Trade Rumors: Knicks Have Themselves to Blame for Amar’e Stoudemire Mess Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Trade Rumors, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
Well, we know for sure that Amar'e Stoudemire is not going to be traded to the Philadelphia 76ers.It sounded like a sweet idea when John Finger of CSNPhilly.com reported it, but the notion crumbled when a team source told the Philadelphia Inquirer that the rumor was "completely false."This doesn't mean the New York Knicks aren't shopping Stoudemire, though. On the contrary, ESPN's Chad Ford wrote in a Wednesday chat that the Knicks are "shopping Amar'e hard."The problem is that Stoudemire's contract is not insured, which is a pretty major issue seeing as how he has a history of injuries. And even ...
02.01.12

Knicks Rumors: 4 Trades That Would Fix New York Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard, Mike D'antoni, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York, New York Knicks, Rankings/List, Steve Nash, US Cities | Comments Off
The New York Knicks are in the midst of a letdown of epic proportions. Fans are calling for the head of Mike D'Antoni and want him run out of town. Some course of action needs to be taken in order to return the Knicks to prominence. Here are four trade rumors that would fix (or at least help) the Knicks.Begin Slideshow
01.31.12

New York Knicks: What Is a Great Deal Without a Great Point Guard? Amare Stoudemire, Baron Davis, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion, Tyson Chandler | Comments Off
The inconsistency the Knicks' point guards have brought to the table is beyond any fan's belief. The stars don't get the ball without having to play one-on-one isolation against another defender. The Knicks made two crucial signings to get rid of two top point guards. Everyone continues to debate that the Carmelo Anthony deal was good for the Knicks, and that the signing of Tyson Chandler was better then keeping Chauncey Billups.But looking back, was it really worth it? Back track to the beginning of last year when Amar'e Stoudemire joined the New York Knicks in an attempt to bring ...
01.31.12

New York Knicks: What Is a Great Deal Without a Great Point Guard? Amare Stoudemire, Baron Davis, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion, Tyson Chandler | Comments Off
The inconsistency the Knicks' point guards have brought to the table is beyond any fan's belief. The stars don't get the ball without having to play one-on-one isolation against another defender. The Knicks made two crucial signings to get rid of two top point guards. Everyone continues to debate that the Carmelo Anthony deal was good for the Knicks, and that the signing of Tyson Chandler was better then keeping Chauncey Billups.But looking back, was it really worth it? Back track to the beginning of last year when Amar'e Stoudemire joined the New York Knicks in an attempt to bring ...
01.31.12

NY Knicks Rumors: Road to Success Begins with Carmelo Anthony and Mike D’Antoni Amare Stoudemire, Baron Davis, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Mike D'antoni, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Rumors, New York Knicks, Opinion, Tyson Chandler | Comments Off
The New York Knicks are reeling, and while numerous on-court adjustments must be made, the road to turning their season around begins, and ends, in the locker room.Head coach Mike D'Antoni has been on the hot seat since Phil Jackson retired, but the Knicks' current inability to put together a winning streak has rendered it scalding. It's unlikely that any decision is made on the head coach's future before Baron Davis returns, but when dealing with Knicks owner James Dolan, anything is possible.So, how can New York turn its season around? Or better yet, how can it salvage D'Antoni's job, ...
01.31.12

NY Knicks Rumors: Road to Success Begins with Carmelo Anthony and Mike D’Antoni Amare Stoudemire, Baron Davis, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Mike D'antoni, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Rumors, New York Knicks, Opinion, Tyson Chandler | Comments Off
The New York Knicks are reeling, and while numerous on-court adjustments must be made, the road to turning their season around begins, and ends, in the locker room.Head coach Mike D'Antoni has been on the hot seat since Phil Jackson retired, but the Knicks' current inability to put together a winning streak has rendered it scalding. It's unlikely that any decision is made on the head coach's future before Baron Davis returns, but when dealing with Knicks owner James Dolan, anything is possible.So, how can New York turn its season around? Or better yet, how can it salvage D'Antoni's job, ...
01.31.12

New York Knicks: Using Walt Frazier Rhymes to Describe Each New York Knick Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Landry Fields, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Rankings/List, Tyson Chandler | Comments Off
The New York Knicks' season is off to an inauspicious beginning.At 7-13, the Knicks have lost their knack, and are on the outside of the playoff picture looking in. Even the normally blunderous Milwaukee Bucks and Cleveland Cavaliers have better records.New York has been particularly resistant to winning and grinning lately, slopping and dropping nine of their last 10, including a deuce to those very same Bucks and Cavs.The team's doldrums look to continue in February, a month that starts off with a back-to-back-to-back against Eastern foes Chicago, Boston and New Jersey, and includes contests against the Lakers, Mavericks and ...
01.31.12

Knicks Rumors: Would New York Benefit from Dealing Amar’e Stoudemire to 76ers? Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Rumors, NBA Trade Rumors, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
According to a source close to the Philadelphia 76ers, their management has contacted the New York Knicks regarding the availability of Amar’e Stoudemire. They’ve said these are only preliminary talks though, as the Sixers are just doing their “due diligence.”I really can’t see this rumor getting too far, mainly because the Sixers just don’t have the pieces the Knicks would need in return for Stoudemire. The Knicks are not trying to start rebuilding now with draft picks and young players they still need to develop and that’s really all the Sixers have to offer. Let’s break down the Sixers’ roster.The ...
01.31.12

Knicks Rumors: Would New York Benefit from Dealing Amar’e Stoudemire to 76ers? Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Rumors, NBA Trade Rumors, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
According to a source close to the Philadelphia 76ers, their management has contacted the New York Knicks regarding the availability of Amar’e Stoudemire. They’ve said these are only preliminary talks though, as the Sixers are just doing their “due diligence.”I really can’t see this rumor getting too far, mainly because the Sixers just don’t have the pieces the Knicks would need in return for Stoudemire. The Knicks are not trying to start rebuilding now with draft picks and young players they still need to develop and that’s really all the Sixers have to offer. Let’s break down the Sixers’ roster.The ...
01.31.12

New York Knicks: Why Carmelo Anthony is the Root of New York Knicks’ Struggles Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Mike D'antoni, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
Twenty-one. The number of games the New York Knicks have won since the acquisition of Carmelo Anthony in a blockbuster deal on February 21st, 2011. Twenty-seven. The amount of games the New York Knicks have lost since acquiring the highly sought star small forward from the Denver Nuggets. Since the fiasco that was the Anthony trade, the Knicks have lost 56 percent of their games. That's right folks, your New York Knicks, the second most valuable franchise in the NBA, valued at $780 million by Forbes, have a losing record since they made the trade to acquire the savior of ...
01.31.12

New York Knicks: Why Carmelo Anthony is the Root of New York Knicks’ Struggles Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Mike D'antoni, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
Twenty-one. The number of games the New York Knicks have won since the acquisition of Carmelo Anthony in a blockbuster deal on February 21st, 2011. Twenty-seven. The amount of games the New York Knicks have lost since acquiring the highly sought star small forward from the Denver Nuggets. Since the fiasco that was the Anthony trade, the Knicks have lost 56 percent of their games. That's right folks, your New York Knicks, the second most valuable franchise in the NBA, valued at $780 million by Forbes, have a losing record since they made the trade to acquire the savior of ...
01.31.12

NBA Trade Rumors: 5 Reasons Why Amar’e Stoudemire for Andre Iguodala Is a Winner Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
It's rumored that the Philadelphia 76ers have inquired about the availability of Amar'e Stoudemire. While no specifics are clear, it's reasonable to assume that a potential trade could send Andre Iguodala to the New York Knicks in exchange for Stoudemire. Their salaries don't match. The 76ers would have to add a player to the trade.This article is only going to focus on the main players in this potential trade, Stoudemire and Iguodala. Here are five reasons why this trade would work out for everyone involved.Begin Slideshow
01.31.12

NBA Trade Rumors: 5 Reasons Why Amar’e Stoudemire for Andre Iguodala Is a Winner Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
The rumor is that the Philadelphia 76ers have inquired about the availability of Amar'e Stoudemire. While no specifics are clear, it's reasonable to assume that a potential trade could send Andre Iguodala to the New York Knicks in exchange for Stoudemire. Their salaries don't match. The 76ers would have to add a player to the trade.This article is only going to focus on the main players in this potential trade, Stoudemire and Iguodala. Here are five reasons why this trade would work out for everyone involved.Begin Slideshow
01.30.12

Knicks Rumors: Trading Amar’e Stoudemire Would Help New York Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Rumors, NBA Trade Rumors, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
Thus far, the New York Knicks have been one of the biggest disappoints in the 2011-2012 NBA season, struggling to a 7-13 record.Expecting to be a competitor this season behind the leadership of Carmelo Anthony and Amar'e Stoudemire, the Knicks need to realize that this core just doesn't work and won't have them competing for rings anytime soon. Through just about one-third of the shortened season, the Knicks are counting on Baron Davis making a heroic return from a back injury and turning the tide for the season. This pipe dream won't rebuild the dam that has been broken this season. ...
01.30.12

Knicks Rumors: Trading Amar’e Stoudemire Would Help New York Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Rumors, NBA Trade Rumors, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
Thus far, the New York Knicks have been one of the biggest disappoints in the 2011-2012 NBA season, struggling to a 7-13 record.Expecting to be a competitor this season behind the leadership of Carmelo Anthony and Amar'e Stoudemire, the Knicks need to realize that this core just doesn't work and won't have them competing for rings anytime soon. Through just about one-third of the shortened season, the Knicks are counting on Baron Davis making a heroic return from a back injury and turning the tide for the season. This pipe dream won't rebuild the dam that has been broken this season. ...

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