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05.03.12

New York Knicks: The 6 Greatest Knicks Postseason Moments Ever Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off
If you were a Knicks fan in the '90s, the playoffs didn't really seem special. The Knicks were a good team, and a well-managed one at that, so the postseason was just a part of life. Then, Isiah Thomas took over and fans were left with nothing but memories of the glory days. From the championship teams of the '70s to some classic matchups 20 years later, the Knicks playoff history is ripe with phenomenal moments.Seeing as how the team is probably bound for another early exit this year, all I and my fellow fans will be able to do ...
05.03.12

New York Knicks: The 6 Greatest Knicks Postseason Moments Ever Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off
If you were a Knicks fan in the '90s, the playoffs didn't really seem special. The Knicks were a good team, and a well-managed one at that, so the postseason was just a part of life. Then, Isiah Thomas took over and fans were left with nothing but memories of the glory days. From the championship teams of the '70s to some classic matchups 20 years later, the Knicks playoff history is ripe with phenomenal moments.Seeing as how the team is probably bound for another early exit this year, all I and my fellow fans will be able to do ...
03.16.12

NBA’s “Player’s League” Runs Rampant over the Team’s Org Chart Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
It’s hard to imagine now, but there really was a time when NBA players didn’t rule the roost. There was a time—really, truly—when the players listened to the coach, obeyed orders, and felt privileged to play in the league. The NBA coach of days gone by wore rumpled suits, chomped on cigars and taught things like the bounce pass and how to “deny” your man the basketball. There were stars on the court, for sure. But for every Bill Russell, there was a Red Auerbach to rule with an iron fist. The NBA coach had no assistant; he coached the ...
03.01.12

Ranking the Best Knicks Point Guards in Franchise History Basketball, jeremy lin, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York, New York Knicks, Rankings/List, US Cities | Comments Off
It's a great time to be a New York Knicks fan, as point guard Jeremy Lin has taken both the team and the city by storm. After a slow start that had the fans groaning, Lin has become a regular and in 12 games as such, the team has gone 9-3. In his last five games, the Harvard grad has averaged 17.8 points and nine assists per game.Sure enough, fans are stricken with a new disease called "Linsanity" as the young guard's outstanding play has them dreaming of a deep playoff run. Thus, the question presents itself: does Jeremy Lin rank ...
09.20.11

NY Knicks: Most Legendary Lineup By Position NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York, New York Knicks, Patrick Ewing, Rankings/List | Comments Off
If there's one team that has tons of history, it's the New York Knicks. A charter member of the NBA, the team has won two championships (1970 and 1973) and has been to the playoffs on the backs of legends like Earl Monroe, Willis Reed and, more recently, center Patrick Ewing (pictured).Going through the team's annals, it is astounding how many players have put on the orange and blue before stepping on the hardwood. The Knicks only have 10 Hall-of-Famers to their name, but that doesn't take away from some of the iconic players who have contributed to the history ...
09.07.11

NY Knicks: What Amar’e Stoudemire Can Teach Blake Griffin After Knee Surgery Amare Stoudemire, Blake Griffin, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
He may not have dunked over a Kia Optima or posterized an unnamed 7’1” center at such a ridiculous altitude that he literally threw the rock like a baseball through the cylinder, but Amar’e Stoudemire also took the NBA by storm as a rookie eight years before Blake Griffin. Drafted ninth overall in 2002 straight out of Cypress Creek High School, the league had never witnessed this level of raw athleticism and explosiveness at the power forward spot. In Stoudemire, the Phoenix Suns discovered a 19-year-old with an NBA-ready body who was also a work-in-progress. However, his relentless ferocity around ...
07.23.11

New York Knicks: Is James Dolan the Worst Owner in the NBA? Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
Many basketball fans believe that James Dolan is not equipped to run an NBA franchise as historical and large as the New York Knicks. Knicks fans, in particular, have grown tired of Dolan’s reckless oaf like behavior, but, is it truly fair to crown Dolan the worst owner in the NBA?An argument can certainly be made that Dolan’s actions have unquestionably beleaguered an otherwise exceptionally well respected franchise. During the championship years (1967-1975), the Knicks became an NBA darling that was known for good ownership and front office stability and during the Dolan years (1999-present) the Knicks became an NBA ...
07.18.11

New York Knicks: The 5 Best and 5 Worst Coaches in Knicks History NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off
Pat Riley ranks as one of the best NBA coaches of all time, with his five titles and 1,900-plus wins.But he's not the best Knicks coach of all time. That title would go to the helmsman of the Knicks' two championships. Most Knicks fans know who that coach is, but for those just getting into the game or who have been around only a short while, maybe not.Youngins and old-timers, I present to you the five best coaches in Knicks history.But first, here are the five worst...Begin Slideshow
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 ...
05.09.11

New York Knicks: Patrick Ewing and the 50 Greatest Players in Franchise History NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York Knicks, Patrick Ewing, Rankings/List | Comments Off
New York Knicks history is littered with...mediocrity. Lots and lots of mediocrity. Outside of a glorious four-season period between 1969-1973, the New York Knicks have won zero NBA championships and made just five Finals series in 61 years.Thus, making a list of the best 50 players in New York Knicks history presents a challenge no man can meet.Well, scratch that. I just made that list, but I was crying for help after 15. In a 50-man slideshow, Trent Tucker, Stephon Marbury, Charlie Ward and Vince Boryla found themselves aboard.However, the cream rises to the top, and a surprise awaits in ...
04.25.11

NBA History: Why Isn’t Bernard King in the NBA Hall of Fame? NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
The Madison Square Garden is considered by many to be a sacred ground of conquest and battle.But for one man, Bernard King, the historic venue was considered a playground where he could score at will.During the 1984-85 season, King was the NBA's leading scorer, putting up an astonishing 32.5 points per game. On Christmas Day that season, he tallied a then-Madison Square Garden 60 points in front of a national audience (the record has since been broken by Kobe, much to the dismay of Knicks fans).Three months later his career took a turn for the worse, when he tore an ...
04.22.11

NBA Draft: Patrick Ewing and the New York Knicks’ 10 Smartest Draft Picks Basketball, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off
The New York Knicks have only drafted one player who has stayed with the team for more than five consecutive seasons in the last 25 years, and the person who earned this honor was better at football than basketball in college.New York has made a litany of brainless picks over the years (Jordan Hill over Brandon Jennings and Ty Lawson being my recent favorite), but 10 smart picks in particular have gone on to great success with the Knickerbockers.The following 10 men aren't necessarily the 10 best players in Knicks history, but given some of their draft positions, they are ...
03.23.11

NBA in Review: 10 Moves That Changed the Landscape of the 2010-11 Season Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade, Kevin Love, LeBron James, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion, Rankings/List, US Cities | Comments Off
Each NBA season starts with hope. Hope that tries to avoid reality as long as possible. When that reality settles in and shatters dreams, questions and theories soon follow. Typically, that is all a team is left with at the end of the season. With a lockout on the horizon for the NBA, a league struggling financially for several years, many teams made desperate moves this year with an eye on the future. Public image is usually a key ingredient geared towards these transactions, though that does not always equate into a victory. Several of the best players in NBA history are ...
03.10.11

New York Knicks: How Is Being a Relevant Team Good for the NBA? Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
Another win for the New York Knicks, and the NBA can't be anything but happy with the franchise's newfound relevancy. By holding on and defeating the surging Memphis Grizzlies, the Knicks have now improved their record to 34-29—fighting for a 6-3 mark since trading for Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups (who has missed the last five games). Therefore, the franchise is now primed for its first postseason berth since the 2003-04 season, and behind the imposing duo of Anthony and offseason acquisition Amar'e Stoudemire, New York will be looking to journey down the upset trail come playoff time. And for a number of ...
10.07.10

Carmelo Anthony Trade Rumors: Why the New York Knicks Need to Get Him Amare Stoudemire, Carmelo Anthony, Chicago, Denver, Dwyane Wade, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Los Angeles, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion, Philadelphia | Comments Off
In recent weeks Denver Nuggets forward Carmelo Anthony has been the subject of never-ending trade rumors. One of which would have him heading to New York to join forces with Amar'e Stoudemire and the Knicks. For Denver, this is a losing situation all around. There is very little New York could send over in a trade that would compare to what Anthony does for the Nuggets. Anthony is a one on one scorer who can get a basket whenever his team needs it. Quite frankly, he is irreplaceable. However, with the Nuggets knowing very well that Anthony could leave next off-season, without them getting anything in ...
10.01.10

NBA Rumors: Will Chris Mullin Be the Next General Manager of the New York Knicks? Anthony Randolph, Don Nelson, Kelenna Azubuike, Mike D'antoni, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA History, NBA Rumors, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion, Preview/Prediction, Ronny Turiaf | Comments Off
While Knicks President Donnie Walsh insists health problems will not force him to leave his post, many suitors are already in line to become his successor. Entering the final year of his contract, Walsh, now 69 years old, is undecided about his future. He finally, however, has seemingly returned the Knicks to respectability by reshaping the team with Amare Stoudemire and company this summer. Aiding Walsh in the remodeling were Glen Grunwald, John Gabriel (who was responsible for signing Grant Hill and Tracy McGrady to the Magic in 2000), and Allan Houston. Houston may be the clear favorite out of ...
08.22.10

NBA Finally Front and Center This Offseason: That Good for the Game? Boston Celtics, Miami Heat, NBA, NBA History, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
David Stern went on record by saying that he hoped LeBron stayed in Cleveland. Many shared his sentiment. I can't help but believe that Stern may be changing his mind based on the amount of attention the NBA and their top players are getting as a result of the free agent signings. What has happened with LeBron, Wade, Bosh, and Stoudemire as a result of free agency has shown that if the players want to, they can exert more control over where they play than the owners of the team. In the big scheme of things I think that would bring ...
08.19.10

2011 NBA Free Agents: Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul Take LeBron James’ Cue Amare Stoudemire, Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul, David Stern, LeBron James, NBA, NBA History, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off
Accounts of Carmelo Anthony's Manhattan wedding to La La Vasquez last month read eerily like a scene out of The Godfather. Allegedly, fellow superstar malcontent Chris Paul stood up at Melo's wedding reception and initiated a playful toast to teaming up with Anthony in New York. Soon after, Amar'e Stoudemire took his turn playing Don Corleone. With more serious intent, the Knicks' newest No. 1 saluted Carmelo and his future in blue and orange. Following a slew of other guests hopping on the Big Apple bandwagon (including Melo's brother), Denver Nuggets owner Stan Kroenke stood up to give his own congratulations to the ...
08.11.10

Could THIS Man be The Key to the Knicks Making the Playoffs? Danilo Gallinari, Eddy Curry, Humor, Mike D'antoni, NBA, NBA History, New York Knicks | Comments Off
The Knicks are in position as is, to battle for one of the last three Eastern Conference playoff spots going into the 2011-12 season. There is a gaping hole for a backup big who can score, grab some rebounds and black a shot or two. Can Eddy Curry, like a slightly inflated Clark Kent, turn into a rotund Superman for eight to 10 minutes a night and send Metropolis (er, New York) into the playoffs? Let's examine the case...Begin Slideshow
07.29.10

Tracking The Truth: Amare Stoudemire On Hunt For Jewish Heritage Amare Stoudemire, Breaking News, NBA, NBA History, New York Knicks | Comments Off
The Huffington Post is among many media outlets currently tracking down Amare Stoudemire's possible Jewish heritage. The new New York Knicks star has been in the spotlight ever since his move from Phoenix to the Big Apple. Basketball is not entirely a huge sport in Israel, but the Knicks forward was making a trip there this off-season. There was speculation that this was basketball related, but a Jewish website turned that rumor down. Stoudemire admitted he was "going 2 study Hebrew" on his Twitter account . Haaretz revealed that Amare Stoudemire's mother has traces to Jewish roots. This is the main reason ...

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