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05.15.12

NBA Flopping Issue: Imaginary Solutions to a Very Real Problem Basketball, Blake Griffin, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Playoffs, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion, US Cities | Comments Off
LeBron James had just been shot. Recoiling in agony, his arms flying into the stadium-lit night air, he was assassinated in front of a crowd of 20,000 people. I immediately began looking for a grassy knoll, eyes bulgingly scanning the crowd for the shooter, and somewhere members of LeBron's crew probably leapt off their gold-plated chairs screaming into their Bluetooth headsets, "We've got a shooter!!!!" He fell to the ground, tattooed arms instinctively reaching for his undoubtedly gaping exit wound. Madison Square Garden had just become a gigantic crime scene; a nightmarish scene with thousands of eye witnesses to a brutal, brutal ...
04.09.12

Carmelo Anthony’s Game Winner Was Awesome Because We Love Hero Ball Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, CourtVision, Derrick Rose, Kobe Bryant, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion, Russell Westbrook | Comments Off
The city was his.When Carmelo Anthony's second three-pointer in a five-minute span fell through the net on Sunday afternoon he got to be the hero. After giving the raucous Madison Square Garden crowd an Easter miracle by way of an overtime victory against the Chicago Bulls, Anthony owned New York.This is what happens when you shine in the moment. Shrink and you'll feel the weight of the world bearing down upon you. Soak it up, perform, deliver, and you'll be able to become whoever you want. Usually, that's the hero.It's amazing, isn't it? The difference a game-winning shot or 40-point performance can make ...
02.28.12

New York Knicks: Top 12 Enemies in Franchise History Basketball, Kobe Bryant, Larry Bird, LeBron James, Michael Jordan, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Rankings/List, Reggie Miller | Comments Off
In its 60-plus year history, the New York Knicks franchise has developed more than its fair share enemies.The Knicks are never short on rivals, and consequently there are many individuals, both from the past and present, who generate universal feelings of opposition throughout all of New York.And while most of the organization's adversarial relations are products of the opposition, more than one of their greatest antagonists were originally one of their own. From players on the hardwood, to coaches on the sidelines, to the brass upstairs, the Knicks' history is laden with just as many villains as heroes. Begin Slideshow
02.20.12

The Tebow Factor: Will Jeremy Lin & the Knicks Experience Divine Lin-Tervention? Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, jeremy lin, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Playoffs, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion, US Cities | Comments Off
Jeremy Lin has Knicks fans enthralled in “Linsanity.” If such a thing were actually available, many would probably cover their kitchen floors with Stephen Colbert’s “Lin-oleum,” and I can’t blame them.The Knicks haven’t won an NBA championship in nearly 40 years and are desperate for a savior to lead them to the promised land.Patrick Ewing wasn’t the savior Knicks fans thought he would be. Amare Stoudemire failed to lead the Knicks out of the first round of the playoffs, and the fact it wasn't his fault means nothing to a “what have you done for me lately” crowd. Carmelo Anthony couldn’t ...
02.13.12

NBA: How Mike D’Antoni’s Faith in Jeremy Lin Has Grown into Phenomenon 2012 NBA Playoffs, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Game Recap, jeremy lin, Kobe Bryant, Mike D'antoni, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Playoffs, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
It's no secret now—everybody has heard of Jeremy Lin.A nobody point guard stars for the Knicks not once, not twice—but for five-consecutive matches.It's almost a wonder that a movie hasn't been made yet about him as he continues to put up 20 points, plenty of assists and somehow carry this New York side to win-after-win.He's gone from being a sitter to a starter, and from being a nobody to a hero:25 points and seven assists against the New Jersey Nets.28 points and eight assists against the Utah Jazz.23 points and ten assists against the Washington Wizards.38 points and seven assists ...
02.11.12

Jeremy Lin of the New York Knicks: The NBA’s Best Story in Years Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, jeremy lin, Kobe Bryant, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
I’ve got to tell you, until last week, I knew nothing at all about the New York Knicks’ Jeremy Lin. But then again, I wasn’t alone—none of you knew anything about him either. What I know now is that he’s a guard from Harvard who went undrafted and sat the bench in Golden State last season while also spending time in the D-League. He then sat on the bench for the New York Knicks until a few days ago.But the fact that he was unknown to most of us doesn’t change the fact that this is one of the ...
02.11.12

Jeremy Lin: Kobe Bryant Takes Notice of Linsanity After Knicks Star’s Dominance Basketball, jeremy lin, Kobe Bryant, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
Prior to the Los Angeles Lakers' foray into Madison Square Garden last night, superstar Kobe Bryant didn't know much about New York Knicks point guard Jeremy Lin. After getting an up-close and personal look, though, he now knows what Linsanity is all about. According to Brian Lewis of the New York Post, Bryant said he "didn't even know what Lin had done" ahead of the Lakers' 92-85 loss. Lin set a career high with 38 points and added seven assists as well in his fourth consecutive dominant performance. Kobe isn't in the dark any longer. "He played extremely well. If ...
02.10.12

Kobe Bryant, Meet Jeremy Lin: Lakers Legend Embarrassed by Newest Knick Basketball, jeremy lin, Kobe Bryant, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
If you missed Kobe Bryant having a laugh with the media about the mystery that's Jeremy Lin, it's an absolute must-see. After a career-high 38 points and seven assists, Jeremy Lin and the New York Knicks had the last laugh in a seven-point shocker over Bryant's Lakers.Bryant had forgotten Lin's first game against the Lakers last year, which had been one his rookie season's best. Kobe won't be forgetting this game.Lin brushed off skepticism that the Lakers would bring him down to earth and displayed the full range of his still developing game. Despite losing control of the basketball in the ...
02.10.12

Jeremy Lin: Pressure on Kobe Bryant and Los Angeles Lakers Tonight jeremy lin, Kobe Bryant, NBA, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction | Comments Off
Tonight, Jeremy Lin's meteoric rise will be put to the ultimate test. "Linsanity" may be sweeping the nation, but are his 15 minutes up, or will he prove to be a legitimate NBA point guard? Lin’s three attention-grabbing games have come against poor teams: the New Jersey Nets and Washington Wizards are 11 and 16 games under .500, respectively. The Utah Jazz , the only above-.500 team of the current streak, forced Lin to make eight turnovers. Tonight, the Knicks face a strong team, the Los Angeles Lakers, on national television.Who will defend Lin? While Lin is not exceptionally athletic ...
02.10.12

Jeremy Lin: Overwhelmed Knick in for Rude Awakening Against Lakers jeremy lin, Kobe Bryant, NBA, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
New York Knicks guard Jeremy Lin is in a new world.He was a high school star in Northern California and a college star at Harvard, but nothing could have prepared him for what it is like being a star for the New York Knicks.After three games, correction, three-straight wins, in which Lin averaged 25 points and eight assists, "Linsanity" has officially taken hold of Knickerbockers fans across the globe.Tonight he'll get his first real test though. The three games he helped the Knicks win were against the New Jersey Nets, Utah Jazz and Washington Wizards—none of which are real contenders ...
02.10.12

Knicks-Lakers Preview: A Game That Jeremy Lin and Company Can Steal Andrew Bynum, Basketball, jeremy lin, Kobe Bryant, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Pau Gasol, Preview/Prediction, Tyson Chandler | Comments Off
The Lakers are 4-9 on the road. They are 3-5 on the second night of a back-to-back. Well, the Lakers are playing the Knicks the night after an overtime win against the Celtics and the game is at MSG.That is not to say the Knicks—without Carmelo Anthony and Amar'e Stoudemire—are better than the Lakers, but the set of circumstances makes this an opportunity for the Knicks to steal a ball game. To see if the Knicks are going to pull off a victory, here are some things to look for: The First Quarter A strong first quarter will go a ...
12.22.11

NBA Basketball: Predicting Christmas Day’s Nationally-Televised Games Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Derrick Rose, Dwight Howard, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Multiple Sports, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction | Comments Off
Merry Christmas to all and to all a happy new season!The lockout-inflated offseason is officially over and the regular season tips off December 25, a first in NBA history.The 2011 NBA Christmas schedule includes five national TV games featuring some of the biggest stars in the game. NBA fans will have all day to visually unwrap their presents from noon ET until well after midnight. Here is a closer look at the games to be nationally televised. Boston Celtics at New York Knicks, 12 p.m. ET, TNT These two teams met in the first round of last year’s playoffs, with ...
10.03.11

NBA: Will the Lockout Be Resolved by the Players or the Agents? Carmelo Anthony, Derrick Rose, Dwight Howard, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
Tomorrow (Oct. 4), the NBA and the NBA Players’ Association will be meeting in what will be the most important meeting to date. This is, presumably, the last time the two sides will be able to meet before having to cancel the start of the regular seasonToday, the two sides met for five hours before disbanding. The sense from today’s meeting was that it set the table for tomorrow, and while they are still disagreeing on certain topics, they know how crucial tomorrow’s meeting is.Currently, the NBA Players’ Association is right where the NBA wants them: about to miss their ...
09.26.11

Kevin Durant and the Ultimate NBA Pickup Hoops Team Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard, kevin durant, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off
With the NBA locked out, pickup basketball is more popular than ever. From Kobe's heroics in the LA Drew League, to Kevin Durant rocking Rucker Park, to Carmelo's Baltimore squad, NBA megastars have still found a way to keep us interested.Players from the same area are banding together to represent their cities. Fans have been able to see their favorite All-Stars up close and personal, whether it's on the playgrounds of NYC or in small, packed gyms in D.C. and Philly. Summer 2011 has given us some of the best streetball and pickup performances in recent memory.Although it doesn't replace ...
08.20.11

NBA Lockout: It’s Time to Stop Talking About Superstars Playing in China Amare Stoudemire, Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul, Dallas-Fort Worth, Dirk Nowitzki, Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles, Miami, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New Orleans, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
With the NBA lockout threatening to eviscerate the 2011-2012 season, there has been speculation that numerous high-profile players might take their basketball talents overseas. Some like Carmelo Anthony, Kobe Bryant, Chris Paul, Amar'e Stoudmire and Dwayne Wade have even been linked with the globe’s most populous nation—China. Of course, any prospective plans might stop after the Chinese Basketball Association’s recent announcement that they will forbid players with existing NBA contracts from joining their league and only allow those who commit for a whole season. However, there are reports that some teams could ignore the rule and continue with plans to throw ...
08.18.11

2012 NBA Trade Speculation: 5 Front-Runners to Land Chris Paul Amare Stoudemire, Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul, Dwight Howard, Kobe Bryant, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Free Agency 2011, NBA Rumors, NBA Trade Rumors, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction | Comments Off
While the NBA is still in the midst of a lockout, there are still some important roster decisions teams must make once they get back. The NBA owners are in much worse shape than the NFL owners were. Football has constantly been making money, and the biggest dispute was who was going to get how much of it. Many owners in the National Basketball Association were losing money, and yet players have the chance to play overseas. This further ruins their leverage towards negotiations. In the NBA, the golden rule has always been “keep your superstars happy.” It is a ...
04.17.11

NBA Playoffs: Recap of Day 2 of the 2011 NBA Playoffs 2011 NBA Playoffs, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Game Recap, kevin durant, Kobe Bryant, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Playoffs, New York Knicks, Ray Allen, Russell Westbrook | Comments Off
The second day of NBA Playoff action was just as exciting as the first. Another weekend quadruple-header included its share of division rivalries and teams on upset alert.The afternoon started in San Antonio with a nail-biter between the top seed in the West, the San Antonio Spurs, and the eighth-seeded Memphis Grizzlies.The second game of the day featured the defending champions, the Los Angeles Lakers, and the upset-seeking, seventh-seeded New Orleans Hornets. Los Angeles is looking for their third-straight title and Phil Jackson's fourth three-peat.Game 3 of Sunday was Atlantic Division rivals facing off as the New York Knicks visited ...
04.11.11

New York Knicks: 6 Reasons Dwight Howard Could Bring a Dynasty to the Big Apple Amare Stoudemire, Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard, Free Agency, Kobe Bryant, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction, shaquille oneal | Comments Off
While the Knicks are finally starting to see the benefit of the Carmelo Anthony trade, it is very clear that the Knicks lack an inside presence on the defensive end of the floor. Although Amar'e Stoudemire has been very effective offensively, landing himself as the number five scorer in the NBA averaging 25.42 PPG, his defense has been mediocre at best. This is why the Knicks must do whatever they can to obtain Dwight Howard when he hits the market as a free agent in 2012. They would likely have to trade something to get him, as the Magic will likely attempt to get something ...
04.11.11

NBA Trade Scenarios: Positions Each Team Hopes to Shore Up in the Offseason Amare Stoudemire, Atlanta, Derrick Rose, Jamal Crawford, Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Free Agency 2011, New York, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction | Comments Off
In a few months, NBA free agency will begin. Besides all of the talented players that will be changing teams themselves, others will find a new home by means of a trade. More often than not, teams decide to save money and fill a void by a trade rather than spend too much money on a free agent. Case in point, the New York Knicks trading for Carmelo Anthony (pictured at left) to have a top player who could complement Amare' Stoudemire. This offseason, each team will have to shore up a position in some way, shape or form. Here is a look at each ...
03.08.11

NBA Playoff Predictions: Breaking Down All the Potential First Round Matchups 2011 NBA Playoffs, Carmelo Anthony, Derrick Rose, Kevin Garnett, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, NBA, NBA Playoffs, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
The home stretch of the NBA season has officially begun. Teams are fighting to get into the playoffs or to move up in the rankings.The Miami Heat are in the midst of a "crygate" scandal and have just lost their fifth straight game to the Milwaukee Bucks.The Los Angeles Lakers appear to be peaking, coming off a huge win against the San Antonio Spurs. The Boston Celtics and the Chicago Bulls appear to be on cruise control and are looking to secure the top two spots in the East.With the playoffs right around the corner, it is time to begin predicting ...

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