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Knicks' midterm report card: Who's up? Who's down? Who needs help?

The Knicks hit the midway point of their season on Monday, which means it's time to hand out some grades.

Veteran point guard back with Knicks

Derrick Rose is back with the Knicks, and while he still won’t be playing any time soon, he can now lend his veteran presence in person again. 

Knicks may have a Julius Randle leadership issue

The most obvious individual to blame — other than team president Leon Rose for a curious offseason — is Julius Randle for not playing up to the second-team All-NBA level...

Knicks GM emerging as candidate to fill Blazers' opening

Knicks general manager Scott Perry already has emerged as a candidate to replace fired Trail Blazers president of basketball operations Neil Olshey.

Why the Knicks feel they are close to a 'great run'

Julius Randle said Thursday that he believes the Knicks are one hot stretch away from making a move in the tight Eastern Conference standings.

Several key Knicks could miss showdown with Suns

Mitchell Robinson, Derrick Rose and Taj Gibson have been listed as questionable after they all sat out Tuesday’s home victory over the Lakers.

Knicks center in concussion protocol after being hit in face

Knicks center Mitchell Robinson is out indefinitely as he’s been assigned to concussion protocol after receiving a blow to the face Saturday vs. the Rockets.

Knicks center has block party in return from injury

One center enters, two centers leave.

Center's likely return couldn't come at better time for Knicks

Nerlens Noel, who has not played since Nov. 8 because of a sprained right knee, is probable for Saturday’s game at the Garden against the Rockets.

This Knick may grow even more valuable

Knicks centers Nerlens Noel and Mitchell Robinson can’t stay healthy. But thankfully the Knicks still have 36-year-old relic Taj Gibson to bail them out on nights like Monday. 

There is still plenty of hope for Obi Toppin

It ain’t easy being a junior member of Tom Thibodeau's Army. Right now, that's the case for Obi Toppin.

Knicks' top shot-blocker finally makes season debut

The Knicks got back Nerlens Noel, their top shot-blocker and a key force to last season’s league-leading defense.

Knicks know they have to reverse this concerning trend

It has only cost them twice, but the Knicks have made a habit of squandering big leads early in the season.

Knicks big-man depth gets even thinner after another injury

On another night when Nerlens Noel’s season debut was pushed off, the Knicks’ depth at center got even thinner. 

Knicks veteran fully accepts his looming reality

Taj Gibson's role is about to change.

Joakim Noah thrilled ex-teammates thriving with Knicks

Joakim Noah is one former Bull who never enjoyed prosperity in New York. But he’s thrilled to see his former head coach Tom Thibodeau and former Bulls teammates Derrick Rose...

Knicks' new dynamic duo may be short-lived

Julius Randle and Obi Toppin shared the court for a grand total of 39 minutes last season. They’re already closing in on that number this season.

Knicks big man thrives in opener: 'just tip of the iceberg'

With Taj Gibson and Nerlen Noels, Mitchell Robinson was thrust into the starting-center role and scored 11 points and grabbed 17 rebounds in the Knicks' 138-134 double overtime victory over...

Knicks may need second-round rookie in opener with veteran out

The Knicks could rely on Jericho Sims against the Celtics with Taj Gibson and Nerlens Noel both out.

Knicks big man may start in Game 1 after all

Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau hinted he may just start Mitchell Robinson at center on opening night Wednesday against Boston.