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Tom Thibodeau has rebuilt the Knicks — now he deserves an extension

Sooner rather than later, the Knicks’ best coach in two decades — the man most responsible from turning a franchise from rubble to respectability — deserves a contract extension.

James Harden playing for 76ers despite lost trust with top executive: ‘Like a marriage’

James Harden told reporters Friday that he’s working up to play in the 76ers' preseason finale against the Hawks next Friday and beyond. 

Nets star impressive again in preseason victory

Ben Simmons had another encouraging outing on Thursday night in the Nets’ second preseason game, recording a team-high nine assists.

Ex-WNBA prez encouraged by league's growth: 'Ripe for expansion’

As the founding president of the WNBA, Val Ackerman is thrilled with the direction of the league.

Key Knick being brought along slowly, but team insists he's healthy

Josh Hart and the Knicks insist he is healthy, that he is merely being brought along slowly after playing in the FIBA World Cup last month.

Jalen Brunson is on a championship mission

Jalen Brunson lives by the saying, “don’t dwell on the past.” Now, the Knicks star's mission is to win an NBA title before his career ends.

Israeli basketball team conflicted as NBA tour begins with war at home: 'Horror movie'

The Nets game against the Israeli professional team Maccabi Ra’anana was scheduled long ago and the players from Israel had no idea they would be in New York when their...

NBA star accused of throwing pool balls at ex-girlfriend's car

On Wednesday, the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office issued a criminal summons that alleged Bridges threw billiard balls at his ex-girlfriend's car during a custody exchange.

Our superlatives from the Knicks roster: From the best ballhandler to the weakest defender

Which players have the best and worst skills across the Knicks' current roster?

Tom Thibodeau likes chemistry between these two Knicks

Both Jericho Sims and Isaiah Hartenstein have been working out at both the power-forward and center spots, according to Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau.

Liberty hammered by Aces to fall into 2-0 hole in WNBA Finals

The Liberty fell 104-76 to the Aces on Wednesday night and are now are in a 2-0 hole in the WNBA Finals.

LeBron James denounces 'terrorism' of Hamas against Israel: 'Unacceptable'

LeBron James is speaking out against the violence in the Middle East after Hamas led a deadly surprise attack on Israel earlier this week.

This Net not taking his chance for granted

Harry Giles last played in an NBA game that mattered on May 24, 2021, when he was still on the Trail Blazers and Portland was in the postseason.

Knicks vow to avoid another letdown after a strong season

Two years later, the Knicks find themselves in an identical position. They are coming off a surprisingly strong season. There are big expectations.

Arrest warrant issued for Hornets star

The warrant from the Mecklenburg County (N.C.) Sheriff’s Office has been out since January but deputies have not been able to serve it, and therefore further details of the allegations...

Kyrie Irving takes a shot at ESPN for his player ranking

Kyrie Irving doesn’t care what ESPN thinks of him, and he made sure to let them and the rest of the world know it. 

Hornets waive first-round pick after concerning video, trade request

In September, Jones sparked concern when he went on Instagram Live, sweating profusely and speaking so rapidly that it was difficult to understand him.

Nets star doesn't want game vs. Israeli team played after Hamas attack: 'Bigger things going on'

The Nets are scheduled to play Maccabi Ra’anana, a professional team from Israel, on Thursday night at Barclays Center.

Liberty need two key players to get untracked for Game 2

Sabrina Ionescu and Courtney Vandersloot will need to come alive for the Liberty to head back home for Game 3 on Sunday with any sense of security.

Where NBA general managers think Knicks will finish this season

In an annual survey of general managers, the Knicks were picked to finish fifth in the Eastern Conference — right where they ended up a season ago.