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Jul 19, 2019
3 min

Evaluating the Sacramento Kings 2019 Offseason

NBC Sports As the Kings prepare to enter the 2019-2020 NBA season, they’ll be tasked with ending the longest current playoff drought in the league. After last qualifying for the playoffs in 2006, the Kings certainly made a run towards playoff contention last season, up until a couple weeks after the trade deadline. Nonetheless, the team finished with a 39-43 record, emerging as the 9th seed in the stacked Western Conference. A lot went right for the Kings last season: De’Aaro

Michael Ryan

Apr 12, 2019
3 min

2019 Playoff Preview: Orlando Magic

Orlando Pinstriped Post Season Recap The Magic were not supposed to be a playoff contender this season but new Head Coach Steve Clifford revived the franchise and built an identity on a defense first mindset. The Magic finished 8th in the league in defensive rating which catapulted them up the Eastern Conference standings into the first playoff appearance in six years. The Magic finished the season as one of the league’s hottest teams winning 21 of their final 30 games to fi

Michael Ryan

Mar 22, 2019
2 min

The Knicks Plan B

New York Post What happens if the Knicks miss out on Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving? The New York Knicks’ love for Kevin Durant is the worst kept secret ahead of the coming offseason. The real question is whether the Knicks will have the right sales pitch to attract two max free agents this summer. Trading away the team’s lone star in Kristaps Porzingis was a ballsy move. It made the Knicks’ eventual pursuit of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving much more likely. All signs point

The Knicks Trading Porzingis Left the League Shocked; Where Does the Team Go From Here?

Michael Ryan

Feb 2, 2019
3 min

The Knicks Trading Porzingis Left the League Shocked; Where Does the Team Go From Here?

Chat Sports The Knicks did the unthinkable Thursday afternoon when they decided to trade franchise cornerstone Kristaps Porzingis to the Dallas Mavericks. It was a move that happened so quickly, it sent shock waves across the Association. For Knicks fans, it was a ‘Where were you and what were you doing when you heard the news?’ moment they’ll never forget. Porzingis offered hope to a brighter future: a 7’3 unicorn capable of transcending the sport and carrying the Knicks fra

Michael Ryan

Feb 1, 2019
2 min

Trade Deadline Marathon: Day 26

CHA receives: Marc Gasol MEM receives: Cody Zeller, Alex Abrines, Malin Monk, Charlotte’s 2019 first round pick and Charlotte’s 2020 second round pick (via Cleveland). OKC receives: Frank Kaminsky The Memphis Grizzlies are reaching the end of the Grit and Grind era. For the first time, both Mike Conley and Marc Gasol are available in a trade. Both are franchise icons are still valuable and efficient players. However, with their age, past injury history, and with a lot of mon

Michael Ryan

Jan 12, 2019
2 min

Trade Deadline Marathon: Day 6

Adrian Wojnarowski reported the Knicks and Kings have had preliminary discussions surrounding a Enes Kanter-Zach Randolph swap. The deal wasn’t reported as close as the Knicks wanted a sweetner in the deal (a third team was likely to be needed in). Enter the Minnesota Timberwolves who have a nice expiring trade chip in Jerryd Bayless. The Timberwolves are sitting at 20-21 and right in the middle of the playoff race. Normally, a franchise that has a hard time attracting free a

Michael Ryan

Jan 8, 2019
2 min

Trade Deadline Marathon: Day 2.5

Knicks receive: Chandler Parsons and a lottery protected 2021 first round pick. Grizzlies receive: Tim Hardaway Jr. and Courtney Lee. This idea was inspired by Grizzly Bear Blues, the SB Nation site that covers the Grizzlies. The site's Twitter account responded to a question asking “who do you believe is a realistic target that can make a great addition to the Grizzlies?”. Well, Grizzly Bear Blues target was Tim Hardaway Jr. That made me wonder from a Knicks perspective.....

Michael Ryan

Jan 7, 2019
2 min

The Luke Kornet Hype Train

New York Post Is it time for New York Knicks fans to start believing in Luke Kornet? The sample size says no but his play is screaming yes. Kornet, who is now playing his second year with Knicks, may be a future long-term asset. Now that’s not saying he’s going to be a starter on a 50+ win team but his recent play is showing he can be a valuable contributor in the right role on a good basketball team. Coach David Fizdale is starting to show a sense of trust in Kornet and the

Can the Knicks Find Trade Value in Courtney Lee?

Michael Ryan

Dec 26, 2018
3 min

Can the Knicks Find Trade Value in Courtney Lee?

NJ.com One of the biggest questions the Knicks front office has to answer between now and the February trade deadline is if veteran shooting guard Courtney Lee has any trade value in the current market. Lee, who’s missed 25 of the team’s 33 games this season, has recently returned to the lineup after sustaining a neck injury in training camp. In his eight games, Lee has started out slow, appearing in just 14.5 minutes a game, and averaging just 5.5 ppg on 43.2% shooting from

Time for Kevin Knox to Remain in the Starting Lineup

Michael Ryan

Dec 20, 2018
2 min

Time for Kevin Knox to Remain in the Starting Lineup

Sporting News The Kevin Knox era is in full swing for the New York Knicks. The ninth overall pick in the 2018 draft has made his way into the Knicks starting lineup, head coach David Fizdale ought to keep him there to finish out the season. Fizdale has officially freed Knox, allowing him to experience the highs and lows that come with starting in the NBA. The growing pains of playing big minutes is a necessary component to Knox’s future development. Indeed, Knox’s play as a s

Michael Ryan

Dec 9, 2018
3 min

The Disappearance of Frank Ntilikina

Elite Sports NY The disappearing act of Frank Ntilikina the past three games has left Knicks fans wondering whether the team still believes in Ntilikina as a future piece in the rotation. After a four game stretch in which he averaged 14 minutes per game, made only three of his attempted 17 field goal attempts, grabbed eight rebounds, and dished out only three assists, Fizdale made the decision to sit him. For the past three games, Ntilikina has been nowhere to be found on th

Michael Ryan

Nov 22, 2018
2 min

The Allonzo Trier Contract Dilemma

Laredo Morning Times Allonzo Trier has showcased himself as a steal of the 2018 draft. An undrafted free agent from Arizona, Trier signed a two-way contract to join the New York Knicks. Following a strong summer league and preseason, Trier not only made the opening night 15 man roster, but played himself into the rotation as well. This season, Trier is one of only four Knicks who has played in all 18 games, and is averaging 23.6 minutes per game. In that time, he’s shooting 4

Michael Ryan

Nov 6, 2018
3 min

The Knicks Are Winning by Losing

New York Post The Knicks season was never about wins and losses. Yes, this team is set up to lose a lot. When I mean a lot, I mean we’re possibly looking at more than 55 losses this year. And to tell you the truth, that’s perfectly fine. The Knicks record stands at 3-6, good for 10th in the Eastern Conference. By the end of the year, it’ll be a shock if the Knicks aren’t a bottom three team in the East and a bottom five team overall in the league. It’s not how many games the

Mitchell Robinson Remains a Man of Intrigue for the Knicks

Michael Ryan

Oct 30, 2018
3 min

Mitchell Robinson Remains a Man of Intrigue for the Knicks

New York Post In the 2017 college basketball recruiting class, you’d find few names listed above Mitchell Robinson. A 7’1 explosive athlete with a 7’4 wingspan and with the ability to block shots from anywhere on the court, Robinson was as sought after as they came. Off the court? Well that’s a totally different story which has only led to intrigue as he begins his NBA career. A McDonald’s All American and a consensus top 15 recruit coming out of high school, Robinson initial

Potential Breakout Players for the New York Knicks

Michael Ryan

Sep 1, 2018
2 min

Potential Breakout Players for the New York Knicks

The New York Knicks are transitioning to a complete overhaul of their roster. General Manager Scott Perry and the Knicks front office are shifting the roster to a younger, more athletic team. New head coach David Fizdale was brought in for his ability to relate his players and his ability as a coach to tap into potential and develop talent. The roster now features six former lottery picks that are still 23 years old or younger. It’s a breath of fresh air for the Garden faithf

Michael Ryan

Aug 7, 2018
4 min

Scott Perry Offers Hope in New York

NY Post When the Knicks hired Scott Perry on July 14th last year, it signified a complete regime change for the organization. The Phil Jackson era had ended, and the Knicks seemed utterly hopeless. Now, entering year two, the Scott Perry-led Knicks actually look like a competent NBA franchise with a specific plan in place. Take a quick second to scan over the problems Perry inherited when he took over the role. 1. Joakim Noah was owed $54 million for three more seasons 2. Cou

NBA Offseason 2018: Top 25 Unrestricted Free Agents

Michael Ryan

Jun 21, 2018
6 min

NBA Offseason 2018: Top 25 Unrestricted Free Agents

Photo Courtesy: IBI Times Ranking the top 25 unrestricted free agents to hit the open market this offseason. 1. LeBron James - F, Cleveland Cavaliers The NBA’s best player and the best player of this generation will have another opportunity to leave Cleveland for greener pastures. The Los Angeles Lakers and Rockets are the two likely favorites if LeBron decides to leave. 2. Kevin Durant - F, Golden State Warriors Durant has already decided to opt out of his player option but

Michael Ryan

Jun 12, 2018
2 min

2018 NBA Draft Profile: Michael Porter Jr.

PHOTO COURTESY: NBA.COM Position: Small Forward/Power Forward Measurables: 6’10, 211 pounds (7’ foot wingspan) Age: 19 (June 29th, 1998) Michael Porter Jr. may be the most fascinating player in the draft. A year ago, Porter was five-star recruit and the McDonald's All-American game MVP. His high school accolades included being named Mr. Basketball USA, USA Today Player of the Year, Gatorade Player of the Year, and Naismith Prep Player of the Year. Before Porter committed to p

Michael Ryan

May 5, 2018
3 min

The Knicks Hire David Fizdale

Welcome to the Mecca, Fizdale. According to Shams Charania of Yahoo sports, David Fizdale has agreed to a four-year deal to coach the Knicks. Fizdale was one of 11 candidates for the Knicks head coaching position, but a final meeting with owner James Dolan this past Thursday sealed the deal for team president Steve Mills and general manager Scott Perry to move forward and complete the hire. Fizdale is the first hire for Scott Perry as he enters his second year on the job. Per

Not All Rainbows and Unicorns in New York

Michael Ryan

Feb 13, 2018
3 min

Not All Rainbows and Unicorns in New York

It wasn’t just a living nightmare for Knicks fans, but a perfect symbol of what life has been like for the New York faithful since the turn of the century. A stunned silence overcame the Madison Square Garden crowd as Kristaps Porzingis came crashing down to the ground at the 8:46 mark of the second quarter. Immediately, everyone knew their worst fears may have become a reality. Porzingis, who was selected to participate in his first All-Star Game later this month, started to