Pacers: Lowly Knicks rally to end winning streak Nov 19, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS - Al Harrington scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter against his former team and the New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 110-103 on Wednesday night to snap a six-game losing streak. Larry Hughes had 22 points and 10 rebounds, Wilson Chandler scored 18 points and David Lee added 17 for the Knicks (2-9), who overcame a double-digit deficit in the final period. (FOX59, IN)
Pacers win 5th straight, drop Nets to 0-11 Nov 18, 2009
Dahntay Jones added 17 points for the Pacers, who extended their winning streak to five and can continue their turnaround from an 0-3 start Wednesday when they host another struggling team, the New York Knicks. Chris Douglas-Roberts scored a career-high 27 points and Brook Lopez added 26 points and 16 rebounds for the Nets, who head to Milwaukee on Wednesday, still a long way from the record 17-game opening skids owned by the Miami Heat and Los Angeles Clippers. (FOX59, IN)
Knicks won't rule out Iverson as potential fit Nov 18, 2009
New York Knicks stop short of saying Allen Iverson's worth look - ESPN. Updated: November 17, 2009, 8:56 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Knicks won't rule out Iverson Nov 18, 2009
New York Knicks won't rule out Allen Iverson - NBA - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Isiahs first victory at FIU feels great Nov 18, 2009
FIU gave Thomas a chance to revive a coaching career derailed by his troubled tenure with the New York Knicks. And Thomas gives FIU a chance to transform a program that has lost a lot lately and never drawn much attention. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Thomas, FIU drop 3rd straight, 81-49 at Tulsa Nov 16, 2009
Thomas didn't encounter the type of jeers he'd gotten in his first two games as coach, visits to North Carolina and then Monmouth -- in New Jersey, not far from where his coaching and management decisions guided the NBA's New York Knicks into a rut. Tulsa's crowd gave him a friendly round of applause when his name was called during pregame introductions, and one fan even wore a blue Detroit Pistons T-shirt with Thomas' name and number on the back. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Men's Basketball Hosts VMI Tonight Nov 16, 2009
Standout guard Ken Atkinson, a member of the 1988 Sweet 16 team, is in his second year as an assistant coach for Mike D'Antoni and the New York Knicks. Former guard Curtis Blair, who scored 18 points in the 1991 NCAA Tournament win over Syracuse, is in his second year as a referee in the NBA.. (Richmondspiders.com)
Wades 3 with 0.1 left keeps Nets (0-10)winless Nov 15, 2009
His last make was April 12, in his next-to-last game with the New York Knicks at Miami. Joel Anthony started in ONeals place. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bucks resume homestand vs. Warriors Nov 15, 2009
Meanwhile, the Warriors will resume a five-game road trip Saturday and have won two of three games, including Friday's 121-107 triumph over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Stephen Jackson posted 23 points and eight rebounds, while Monta Ellis, Corey Maggette and Kelenna Azubuike each netted 22 points in a winning effort. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Johnson, Crawford Lead Hawks to 121-98 Win Nov 15, 2009
He started all 65 games last season, splitting time with the Warriors and New York Knicks. In 607 career games, Crawford has made 393 starts. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Soprano family values Nov 15, 2009
They are not the New York Knicks and haven't been for a long time. The idea that the Garden is still some kind of mecca for pro basketball is just another romantic New York sports myth. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Oh, When the Saints Go Marching In Nov 14, 2009
Although some bad teams like the Oakland Raiders (a team that is fast turning into the NFLs equivalent of the Isiah Thomas era New York Knicks) and Cleveland Browns suffer from horrid management, it seems that some others start playing for draft position sooner than they did before. So were left with more teams chasing historic marks, both good and bad (the Lions 0-16 mark last season)and more muddle in between. (Slate)
Jordan Taps Wade To Wear Anniversary Shoe Nov 13, 2009
It's unknown if Wade will wear the shoe beforehand, say in Miami's marquee Christmas Day game at Madison Square Garden against the New York Knicks. Details of the arrangement were released to the AP, hours before a formal announcement Wednesday evening in Miami. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
How about King James and MJ as teammates? Nov 13, 2009
Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James (23) leaps for the basket over New York Knicks' Chris Duhon (1) and David Lee, right, during the third period of an NBA basketball game Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, in New York ... Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James (23) drives the ball past New York Knicks' Larry Hughes (0) during the fourth period of an NBA basketball game Friday, Nov. 6, 2009, in New York. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hawks Knock Out Knicks Nov 12, 2009
Al Horford scored a season-high 25 points and grabbed nine rebounds, Josh Smith added 22 points and 12 boards, and the Atlanta Hawks sent the New York Knicks to their fifth straight loss with a 114-101 victory Wednesday night. Joe Johnson and Mike Bibby each had 19 points for the Hawks, who trailed by 14 in the first half but dominated the final 24 minutes. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Jennings, Evans leading the way Nov 12, 2009
8 FG% in last three games); Jodie Meeks, Milwaukee Bucks (19 points in victory vs. Knicks); Toney Douglas, New York Knicks (37 points combined in last two games); Tyler Hansbrough, Indiana Pacers (13 points, five rebounds in debut). Dropped OutDeMar DeRozan, Toronto Raptors. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Heelsruin Isiahs FIU debut Nov 10, 2009
FIU made headlines when it hired Thomas, who was coming off a tumultuous stint with the NBAs New York Knicks. The game also had its own mild dose of offseason controversy when FIU initially balked at playing North Carolina in the 2K Sports Classic, saying it had expected Thomas opener would come at Ohio State instead. (MSNBC -- Sports)
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At the presser, he discussed that exciting news, the play of his team in the exhibition opener and Marcus Landry, now with the New York Knicks. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Wisconsin Sports -- Rivals.com)
Season preview: Wildcats hogging spotlight Nov 8, 2009
Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas, most recently the president and coach of the New York Knicks, takes over a program at Florida International that has made one NCAA appearance and has lost at least 20 games three of the last four seasons. The Panthers open the season at North Carolina on Monday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Kaman has 26 points, 9 rebounds in Clippers' 113-110 win over Grizzlies Nov 8, 2009
5 rebounds for the Clippers in 39 games last season after he was acquired from the New York Knicks, had 19 points and 12 rebounds for Memphis in his return to Staples Center. Randolph was traded to the Grizzlies in July for Quentin Richardson who was subsequently dealt to Minnesota and then to Miami. (FOX61, CT)
Bucks kick off homestand by hosting Knicks Nov 8, 2009
(Sports Network) - Milwaukee shoots for its second consecutive win Saturday when the team kicks off a lengthy six-game homestand by welcoming the reeling New York Knicks to the Bradley Center. Andrew Bogut had 17 points and 10 rebounds on Friday, as the Bucks took an 87-72 decision from the Minnesota Timberwolves in Minneapolis. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Kaman leads Clippers past Grizzlies Nov 8, 2009
5 rebounds for the Clippers in 39 games last season after he was acquired from the New York Knicks, had 19 points and 12 rebounds for Memphis in his return to Staples Center ... Andrew Bogut scored 22 points, grabbed eight rebounds and doled out four assists to lead the Milwaukee Bucks in a 102-87 rout of the New York Knicks at Bradley Center. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bogut leads Bucks past Knicks, 102-87 Nov 8, 2009
Bogut scored a season-high 22 points and had eight rebounds to help the Milwaukee Bucks beat the New York Knicks 102-87 on Saturday night. Bogut was on fire, said Jennings, drafted 10th overall in June. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
OPEN COURT: UA hoops works out the kinks Nov 7, 2009
He s played a grand total of two minutes this season and hasn t played at all in the last five New York Knicks games. Hill looked dreadful during the preseason, with head coach Mike D Antoni telling the press that the No. 8 pick in this year s draft is completely lost. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Pacers: Tyler Hansbrough makes NBA debut as Pacers defeat Wizards, 102-86 Nov 7, 2009
Indiana Pacers' Danny Granger (33) shoots over New York Knicks' Wilson Chandler (21) as teammate T.J. Ford, center, looks on during the second half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, in New York. Granger scored 21 points as the Pacers won the game 101-89. (FOX59, IN)
GAME REPORT: Cavaliers 100, Knicks 91 Nov 7, 2009
Friday, November 6, 2009 Cleveland Cavaliers - New York Knicks Box Scores, Game Results ry - USATODAY.com. Search. (USA Today -- Sports)
Four from DePaul Picked in NBA D-League Draft Nov 7, 2009
CHICAGO - In addition to Wilson Chandler, Steven Hunter, Quentin Richardson and Bobby Simmons playing in the NBA for the New York Knicks, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat and New Jersey Nets, four former DePaul basketball players were selected in the 2009 NBA D-League Draft on Thursday night. was the second pick of the second round to the Idaho Stampede while , Quemont Greer and were also selected by D-League franchises. (The Insiders -- Michigan Prep)
New Orleans Hornets at New York Knicks Nov 7, 2009
UPDATED: 3 :30 a.m. CDT, November 07, 2009. Monday, November 02, 2009. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Hornets set to hit rough part of schedule Nov 7, 2009
A tall order for any team, no doubt, but especially for one that has struggled to create an identity in its first four games, losing three, two against contenders San Antonio and Boston, one against the lowly New York Knicks, with the only win a struggling victory against an equally dismal Sacramento Kings team. The Hornets, whose starting unit has played just four games together (center Emeka Okafor missed all six preseason games with a toe sprain), are laboring with defensive assignments and... (Nola.com -- Sports)
New York burns Hornets late Nov 7, 2009
NEW YORK -- As his teammates dressed quickly, Chris Paul stood with his back against a wall in the locker room trying to figure out why the Hornets were unable to stop New York Knicks center David Lee from going through the lane for uncontested layups or keep Al Harrington from making perimeter shots. Paul said he hoped New Orleans' momentum from a 29-point third-quarter surge would be enough to spark his teammates. (Nola.com -- Sports)
NBA Roundup: James, Yankees give Garden fans something to cheer about Nov 7, 2009
LeBron James scored 33 points in his only visit to Madison Square Garden this season, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 100-91 victory against the New York Knicks last night. One night after managing just 42 second-half points in an ugly home loss to Chicago, the Cavaliers rang up 40 in the first quarter, leaving New York fans with little left to do besides cheer for the Yankees in attendance and enjoy another mesmerizing performance by James. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Guitar Legend Steve Vai to Appear on VH1 Classic's 'That Metal Show' on November 7 Nov 6, 2009
VAI WILL ALSO PERFORM THE NATIONAL ANTHEM AT THE NOVEMBER 29 NEW YORK KNICKS GAME AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN ... Later this month, Vai will have the honor of performing the National Anthem at the New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Sunday, November 29. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Thomas Loses Debut in FIU Exhibition Game Nov 5, 2009
Thomas, the Basketball Hall of Famer and most recently coach of the New York Knicks, faced Massimino, who coached Villanova to the 1985 NCAA title and is entering his fourth season at the West Palm Beach, Fla. school. (ABC 7 News, DC)
NEVER TOO LATE Nov 5, 2009
The frustration of a weak defensive performance two nights earlier against the New York Knicks gnawed at Hornets Coach Byron Scott for two days. As he watched video of Monday night's disheartening 117-111 loss at Madison Square Garden, Scott seethed, boiling over at one point during Wednesday morning's shootaround at New Orleans Arena. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Hornets' knack for repeating mistakes draws Scott's ire Nov 5, 2009
New Orleans' defensive problems were exposed in the fourth quarter during Monday night's 117-111 loss to the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks beat the Hornets on pick-in-roll plays as they made 10 of their first 18 shots before closing out with a 40-point quarter. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Pacers: Fourth quarter run produces first win Nov 5, 2009
T.J. Ford scored eight of his 16 points in the final 3:12, and the Pacers won for the first time this season, holding the New York Knicks without a field goal for the final 9-plus minutes Wednesday night in a 101-89 victory. "That has to be the signature of our team, that regardless of what we're doing on the offensive end, we can always stop you on the defensive end, and we did that tonight," Granger said. (FOX59, IN)
* NBA : Knicks post first win of season after late surge Nov 4, 2009
Red-hot forward Al Harrington scored 24 points, including 13 in the key fourth quarter, to help the New York Knicks beat the New Orleans Hornets 117-111 on Monday for their first victory of the NBA season. The Knicks made 15 free throws in the final period and produced 40 points and withstood 32 points and 13 assists from New Orleans point guard Chris Paul. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Nets' Yi has MCL sprain, return unknown Nov 4, 2009
It grinded out a 141-127 overtime victory against the New York Knicks on Saturday at Madison Square Garden, as Andre Iguodala recorded 32 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists to lead the way. Lou Williams also filled the stat sheet for the 76ers, posting 27 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Dirk saves Mavs with 29-point 4th quarter Nov 4, 2009
The NBA record for points in a fourth quarter is Wilt Chamberlains 31 for Philadelphia on March 2, 1962 against the New York Knicks. The mark for points in any quarter is 33 shared by San Antonios George Gervin (April 9, 1978) and Denvers Carmelo Anthony (Dec. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Feature: Chinese players skid in NBA Nov 4, 2009
9-foot guard Sun Yue, 24, was sacked by New York Knicks recently after ending his bench life in Los Angeles Lakers, is waiting for a signing from NBA franchises and quite likely to return to his former club Beijing Aoshen. NBA is striding towards internationalization, which lays out pre-season games in China for the last few years. (Xinhuanet, China)
Knicks win first of season Nov 3, 2009
David Lee scored a season-high 28 points, Al Harrington had 13 of his 24 in the fourth quarter, and the New York Knicks earned their first victory of the season by beating the New Orleans Hornets, 117-111, last night in Madison Square Garden. Chris Duhon finished with 18 points and nine assists for the Knicks (1-3), who were off to their worst start since dropping their first five games in 2005-06. (Boston Globe)
Robinson done for 2 weeks Nov 3, 2009
New York Knicks guard Nate Robinson may miss 2 weeks with sprained ankle - ESPN. Updated: November 2, 2009, 8:28 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Knicks G Robinson to miss time with ankle injury Nov 3, 2009
(Sports Network) - New York Knicks guard Nate Robinson will miss at least a week of action due to a sprained left ankle. The reserve guard is on crutches after suffering the injury on Saturday versus the Sixers. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Knicks finally get first win of the season Nov 3, 2009
NEW YORK (AP) -The New York Knicks finally got off to a good start, then were even better at the finish. David Lee scored a season-high 28 points, Al Harrington had 13 of his 24 in the fourth quarter, and the Knicks earned their first victory of the season by beating the New Orleans Hornets 117-111 on Monday night. (MSNBC -- Sports)
College Basketball Preview - Sun Belt Conference Nov 3, 2009
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL - Without question, the biggest offseason story in the conference was FIU's decision to hire NBA legend and former New York Knicks president and coach Isiah Thomas, who was fired after four subpar seasons and a sexual harassment suit. Thomas faces a huge rebuilding task with a team that hasn't posted a winning season since 1999-2000 and returns only five letterwinners. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Knicks' Harrington fined $25K for criticizing refs Nov 2, 2009
New York Knicks' Al Harrington fined $25K for criticizing refs - ESPN. Updated: November 1, 2009, 7:10 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Knicks' Harrington fined Nov 2, 2009
(Sports Network) - New York Knicks forward Al Harrington was fined $25,000 by the NBA for publicly criticizing game officials. The comments were made following New York's 102-100 double overtime loss to the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Cats edge Knicks Nov 1, 2009
5 seconds left in the second overtime snapped a tie, and the host Bobcats persevered after squandering an 18-point, fourth-quarter lead for a 102-100 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday night. "We couldn't have lost this one," said guard Raymond Felton, who fought through cramps to finish with 22 points, eight rebounds and nine assists. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Marbury booted from front row Nov 1, 2009
Stephon Marbury booted out of front-row seat at MSG for New York Knicks home opener - ESPN. Updated: November 1, 2009, 2:44 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
O'Neal gets Heat season off to quick start Nov 1, 2009
It was the first of many blows O'Neal landed in a 22-point, 12-rebound opening effort offered Wednesday in Miami's 115-93 romp over the New York Knicks. Feeling strong and healthy for the first time in almost three years, O'Neal has been saying for weeks he wants to regain the form that made him a six-time All-Star selection. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Bobcats beatKnicks in 2OT Oct 31, 2009
5 seconds left in the second overtime snapped a tie and the Bobcats persevered after squandering an 18-point, fourth-quarter lead for a 102-100 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday night. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
A New Song from Robert Randolph and the Family Band - "Get There" - Will Debut as the Theme Song for "Friday Night Knicks" on the MSG Network on October 30th Oct 30, 2009
Friday Night Knicks on MSG Network will air on 19 Friday nights during the course of the New York Knicks season ... Having his music become a part of the New York Knicks legacy is a culmination of his life-long connection to the storied basketball franchise. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hardaway's No. 10 retired by Heat Oct 30, 2009
With about 50 family and friends looking on, including the other two parts of the famed "Run TMC" trio -- Mitch Richmond and Chris Mullin -- that he first captured NBA acclaim with, Hardaway's oversized jersey was hoisted skyward before Miami opened its season against the New York Knicks. "Tonight, I stand before you truly humble and grateful," Hardaway said. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Basketball tournament to raise money for the hungry Oct 30, 2009
A student group fighting against hunger now has a corporate sponsor for their upcoming fundraiser: the New York Knicks. The NBA team will help the group give families a Thanksgiving dinner that they may not have had the opportunity to eat. (Daily Orange, NY)
Heat roll past Knicks in opener, 115-93 Oct 29, 2009
So did the defenseless New York Knicks. Wade began defense of his NBA scoring title with 26 points, Jermaine O'Neal finished with 22 points and 12 rebounds, and the Miami Heat opened their season with a 115-93 win over the Knicks on Wednesday night. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Howard, Magic hammer Sixers in season-opener Oct 29, 2009
(Sports Network) - Dwyane Wade had 26 points, five rebounds and five assists, and the Miami Heat used a strong third quarter to rout the New York Knicks, 115-93, in the season opener for both clubs. Wade went 10-of-22 from the field for the Heat, who outscored New York, 34-15, in the third quarter to take a commanding lead. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Wade scores 26 as Heattorch Knicks Oct 29, 2009
Wade began defense of his NBA scoring title with 26 points, Jermaine O'Neal finished with 22 points and 12 rebounds, and the Miami Heat opened with a 115-93 win over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night. New starting power forward Michael Beasley scored 21 for Miami, which made 26 of 31 shots in a staggering 20-minute stretch spanning the second and third quarters, turning a close game into a blowout. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Thomas says he has nothing to prove Oct 29, 2009
Thomas deflected questions Wednesday concerning his connection with the New York Knicks, where his tenure was marred with questionable coaching and poor personnel decisions along with a sexual harassment lawsuit in 2006 and a sleeping pill overdose in 2008. Before going to the Knicks as president of basketball operations in December 2003, Thomas coached the Indiana Pacers for three seasons. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Lakers raise championship banner, get rings Oct 28, 2009
Lakers coach Phil Jackson got a special ovation from the crowd when he received his 10th championship ring as a coach, in addition to the ring he still occasionally wears from his playing days with the New York Knicks. That Knicks ring is missing a diamond after he lost it at a Bennigans restaurant while he was an assistant coach with the Chicago Bulls, whom he later coached to six championships. (MSNBC -- Sports)
East preview Oct 28, 2009
5) New York Knicks (15). First Take: God bless long-suffering Knicks fans, whose sojourn in the hoops wilderness has compelled them to think the likes of forward David Lee and swingman Wilson Chandler are pillars instead of glue. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Lakers open No. 1 Oct 28, 2009
USA TODAY's Chris Colston analyzes all 30 teams in our NBA power rankings. The rankings will be updated every other Monday through the regular season. (USA Today -- Sports)
Beasley eager for season to start Oct 28, 2009
The offseason of discontent over, the Heat expect to see Beasley's level of play keep improving this year, starting with Wednesday's opener against the New York Knicks. "He's making progress. I like what he's done this preseason. I do," Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
NBA players on free agency: Buyer beware Oct 27, 2009
A rebuilding strategy centered on chasing the likes of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh makes perfect sense to a team like the New York Knicks. Wade and Bosh arent so sure. (MSNBC -- Sports)
KNICKS: N.Y. hopes for perfect summer storm in 2010 Oct 27, 2009
New York Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni needs one win for 300 ... "But to play in the Garden, for the New York Knicks, to play for Mike, I would think it's an enticing destination.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Barkley wants to be a GM in NBA Oct 27, 2009
" Barkley has seen some of his contemporaries try and fail as team executives. Isiah Thomas was fired after a horrible tenure running the New York Knicks, and even Michael Jordan, Barkley's good friend, is regularly criticized for his inability to build a winner in Washington and Charlotte. Nevertheless, Barkley said he's not worried about becoming another guy getting blasted on the air. "I want that challenge, and honestly, this business, it ain't brain surgery," he said. "I tell guys, this is... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)