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Hart's late 3s lift Knicks past Celtics 112-106 in Tatum's MSG return
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Hart's late 3s lift Knicks past Celtics 112-106 in Tatum's MSG return

The New York Knicks defeated the Boston Celtics 112-106 at Madison Square Garden, led by Jalen Brunson's 25 points and 10 assists and Josh Hart's 26, including late 3-pointers to seal it. Jayson Tatum returned to MSG with 24 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists, but Boston played without Jaylen Brown (left Achilles tendinitis). The Knicks move within two games of the No. 2 seed in the East and own the tiebreaker 3-1 with two games remaining.

Hart's clutch barrage keys Knicks to crucial win over Celtics
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Hart's clutch barrage keys Knicks to crucial win over Celtics

Josh Hart poured in 15 of his 26 in the fourth as the Knicks toppled the Celtics 112-106, riding a late two-man game from Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns while Hart knocked down a sequence of key 3s. Boston, without Jaylen Brown ( Achilles tendinitis), got 23 from Payton Pritchard and a slow shooting night from Jayson Tatum (24 on 7-for-22). The rally pushed New York closer to third in the East and kept alive hopes of climbing higher in the standings.

Celebrities Pack the House as Lakers Top Knicks 110-97
sports1 month ago

Celebrities Pack the House as Lakers Top Knicks 110-97

LeBron James was sidelined, yet the Los Angeles Lakers rolled to a 110-97 win over the New York Knicks at Crypto.com Arena as a star-studded crowd—including Martin Lawrence, Sacha Baron Cohen, Action Bronson, Flea and more—turned the game into a Hollywood spectacle, underscoring the Lakers–Knicks matchup as a cultural event in addition to a basketball game.

Lakers Edge Knicks as Dončić and Reaves Lead in Graded-Win
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Lakers Edge Knicks as Dončić and Reaves Lead in Graded-Win

The Lakers’ win over the Knicks signals progress against a quality opponent but doesn’t solve the bigger task of beating top teams. Luka Dončić exploded for 35 points with timely shotmaking, and Austin Reaves returned with 25 points. Rui Hachimura started hot, Deandre Ayton defended well, and Marcus Smart produced a chaotic yet impactful all‑around game. Luke Kennard provided spacing, Jaxson Hayes and a three-big lineup added energy, and the piece highlights mixed player grades with the top marks going to Dončić, Reaves, and Ayton. The win is a promising start, not a cure.

Spurs Slump After 29-4 Knicks Run at MSG
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Spurs Slump After 29-4 Knicks Run at MSG

San Antonio fell 114-89 to New York at Madison Square Garden, surrendering a 29-4 run that overturned an early Spurs lead; the visitors struggled to score, managed just 41 by halftime and compiled 21 turnovers, while Victor Wembanyama posted 25 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks but had seven turnovers as Devin Vassell added 18; Mikal Bridges led the Knicks with 25 on efficient shooting as New York widened the cushion and the Spurs' March woes persisted.

Brunson's fourth-quarter magic seals Knicks' 108-106 comeback over Rockets
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Brunson's fourth-quarter magic seals Knicks' 108-106 comeback over Rockets

Brunson, who had been quiet most of the night, poured in 8 points in the fourth, drew key charges, and hit the go-ahead 15-foot jumper with 21.2 seconds left as the Knicks erased an 18-point deficit to beat Houston 108-106—their largest comeback of the season. Towns added 25, Anunoby iced it with late free throws, and New York's defense tightened in the final period, forcing nine fourth-quarter Rockets turnovers.

Brunson, Towns Lead Knicks to Shooting Stars Championship
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Brunson, Towns Lead Knicks to Shooting Stars Championship

Jalen Brunson, joined by Karl-Anthony Towns and Allan Houston with Rick Brunson as celebrity passer, powered Team Knicks to the Kia Shooting Stars Challenge title at All-Star Weekend, defeating Team Cameron 47-38 in the final after a 31-point first-round showing; clutch baskets from Brunson and Houston sealed the win. The weekend also saw Damian Lillard win the 3-point contest and Keshad Johnson win the slam dunk contest.

From Queens to MSG: Jose Alvarado Brings Edge to the Knicks
sports2 months ago

From Queens to MSG: Jose Alvarado Brings Edge to the Knicks

A feature tracing Jose Alvarado’s rise from a Queens high school standout to an NBA pest and edge player, and his trade to the Knicks for Dalen Terry and two second-round picks, arriving as Miles McBride recovers to inject energy and two-way intensity into the backcourt, with former coach John Weir highlighting his fearless, relentless style and late-game instincts.

Kolek Embraces Knicks' Jose Alvarado Addition Amid Rotation Shuffle
sports2 months ago

Kolek Embraces Knicks' Jose Alvarado Addition Amid Rotation Shuffle

The Knicks acquired Jose Alvarado for two second-round picks, and Tyler Kolek said he won’t take the move personally as competition increases with Miles McBride out for a sports-hernia recovery; Alvarado isn’t expected to debut until Sunday at the earliest, leaving Kolek as the lone backup point guard in Detroit and setting up a projected five-guard rotation with Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Landry Shamet, Alvarado and Kolek while Kolek pledges to do whatever the team needs.

Knicks land Jose Alvarado to spark backcourt depth
sports2 months ago

Knicks land Jose Alvarado to spark backcourt depth

New York acquired guard Jose Alvarado from the Pelicans in exchange for Dalen Terry, two 2026–27 second-round picks and cash, adding a feisty, defense-minded guard on a modest contract to bolster backcourt depth as Deuce McBride’s status looms. The trade also clears cap space by sending Guerschon Yabusele to New Orleans. The revamped lineup centers around Brunson and Alvarado with a mix of wings, bigs, and draft assets remaining for future moves.