Knicks guards Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart were college friends, then took a twisty road to a reunion in the N.B.A.
Category: New York Knicks
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NBA ‘Bad Boy’ Wants Players to Do as He Says, Not as His Teams Did
The New York Times – Sports:Joe Dumars was on the 1980s Detroit Pistons teams known for their hard fouls. But players and coaches who step out of line today can expect fines and suspensions — from him.
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Willis Reed, Hall of Fame Center for Champion Knicks, Dies at 80
The New York Times – Sports:He was beloved by New York fans for his willingness to play hurt, as memorably exemplified in the decisive Game 7 of the 1970 N.B.A. finals at Madison Square Garden.
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J.R. Smith Was Lost After the N.B.A. Golf Became His Guide.
The New York Times – Sports:Smith was bored and confused when his basketball career abruptly ended in 2020. His search for self took him to a golf team at an H.B.C.U.
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The Knicks Are Moving Forward, if Only by Baby Steps
The New York Times – Sports:A victory over the Cavaliers showed quiet competence, something the team has been lacking for years.
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NBA Christmas Day Games 2022: What to Know
The New York Times – Sports:The N.B.A. brings out its stars on Christmas. This year, there will be some new rivalries, too.
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Louis Orr, 64, Dies; Syracuse Star, Knicks Forward and a Coach
The New York Times – Sports:He helped lead a dominant squad at Syracuse and won all-American honors. He later became a role player for the Knicks and a college coach.
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Jane Gross, Sportswriter Who Opened Locker Room Doors, Dies at 75
The New York Times – Sports:She made news by entering a pro basketball inner sanctum to do her job. Years later, her mother’s physical decline led her to write about aging for The Times and in a book.
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NBA Season Preview: The Nets and the Lakers Are the Wild Cards
The New York Times – Sports:Newly healthy stars and rising young players could shift the power dynamics in both conferences. But if the Nets and the Lakers can recover from off-season drama, they may be the teams to beat.