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Knicks forward still made big impact in limited role with Julius Randle back

The Knicks' reserve power forward still made an impact on Game 1 against the Cavaliers.

Knicks will need two players to step up more if Julius Randle can't play in Game 1

The Knicks got a glimpse of life without Julius Randle for the final five games. They may be in the same situation if he can't return for Game 1.

Knicks lose finale with eyes on NBA playoffs

Ahead of Sunday’s regular-season finale at Madison Square Garden, Jalen Brunson grabbed the microphone and thanked the crowd for its support of the Knicks throughout the year. Only, the $104...

Knicks are in almost-surreal place — imagine that

Starting with Wednesday night’s 138-129 shootout win over the Pacers at Indianapolis’ Gainbridge Fieldhouse, these last three games of the Knicks’ schedule are meaningless.

Knicks use rare offensive feat for fifth straight win

Playing without their three leading scorers, the fifth-place Knicks did something they hadn’t accomplished offensively in more than 44 years.

How golf's PGA-LIV feud could create a Masters week unlike any other

The underlying storyline of the Masters — perhaps more pressing than the result of the tournament — will be the overlap of the PGA Tour and LIV Golf for the...

Forgotten Knick making most of long-awaited chance at critical juncture

With Julius Randle likely to miss at least the rest of the regular season with a sprained left ankle, Toppin now has a valuable chance to prove he deserves a...

Knicks continue to deliver despite absence of two top scorers

The Knicks were able to clinch a playoff berth Sunday night despite missing two of their three leading scorers by achieving something they hadn’t done in five years.

Knicks duo needs to be separated during heated timeout

Knicks stars RJ Barrett and Obi Toppin were heated during a third-quarter timeout. Toppin went viral Friday night, but it didn't really have much to do with him receiving his...

Julius Randle's playoff status in doubt after brutal Knicks injury update

The one player the Knicks have not had to do without all season will test their “next man up” mantra most of all

The NCAA Tournament hopeful who’s getting special backing inside the Knicks locker room

The Knicks have an off night at home on Sunday, March 25, when Kentucky may be appearing in the Elite Eight at Madison Square Garden.

Immanuel Quickley's magic runs out in Knicks' loss

Jalen Brunson missed his second straight game for the Knicks with a sore left foot, but Immanuel Quickley couldn’t post another starring performance.

The Knicks' player-by-player goals as they begin their stretch run

Who deserves high marks for getting the Knicks in the playoff hunt and what does everyone need to do to make the postseason a reality?

Who might fit, depending on the Knicks' trade deadline ambitions

The next bid for the blockbuster addition the Knicks and their fans have been craving still might have to wait until the offseason, of course.

Knicks' second unit is finally healthy and showing what it can do

Knicks second-squad has been showing signs of success as of late and could lead to continued progress for the team.

Four Knicks who could be dealt at NBA trade deadline

The Feb. 9 trade deadline is looming, and the skidding Knicks obviously need reinforcements.

Obi Toppin knows what has to change with Knicks needing him more than ever

The former lottery pick mostly has been a non-factor since returning two weeks ago from an early-December leg injury.

Big man's injury opens door for Knicks youngster to get more playing time

Perhaps the injury to starting center Mitchell Robinson finally will open up some playing time for Obi Toppin in the Knicks’ frontcourt. 

The numbers and trends behind the Knicks' debilitating failures in crunch time

During a recent stretch of dropping seven of 11 single-digit games across the past 15 contests overall, the fourth-quarter numbers have plummeted.

Knicks star wears Jalen Hurts jersey before loss to Wizards

Brunson was seen wearing a jersey of Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts before the Knicks’ ugly 116-105 loss to the Wizards on Wednesday night.