Every Thursday, I’ll be taking you through the big story heading into the weekend. Or maybe the weirdest story? Or maybe just something that makes me laugh and I think will make you laugh too. Essentially, if you’re subscribed to The Bounce and reading every day, we’re going to have the same fun here as we do in that … Read more
The Knicks blamed commissioner Adam Silver’s bias for the NBA dragging its feet to investigate their explosive accusations against the Raptors. “We’ve been waiting for any direction from the NBA on next steps in this matter for months — proving our point that the NBA is not capable of appropriately and fairly handling this serious … Read more
The Knicks’ starting unit mostly has remained healthy all season, with only Karl-Anthony Towns missing a single game due to injury. But All-Star point guard Jalen Brunson notably left the bench and headed for the locker room with 2:39 left in the third quarter, and he did not return to Thursday’s 125-101 win over the … Read more
Jalen Brunson is taking an altruistic view of the NBA Cup prize. Josh Hart is thinking about himself. The contrast in teammates, presented with the usual humor from Hart, was played out in the two days leading up to the Knicks’ 121-106 victory Tuesday to advance to the NBA Cup knockout round. Jalen Brunson said … Read more
BOSTON — The Knicks are interested in a local product to fill a roster spot. Matt Ryan, a 27-year-old forward free agent with a strong 3-point percentage, is under strong consideration by New York, a source confirmed. Ryan was recently waived by the Pelicans and has played on four different NBA teams, having developed in … Read more
You are a Mets fan who just exited a generational ride that justifies fandom. What was pegged as a transitional year turned into one of the most magical seasons in franchise history, replete with so many unexpected and unforgettable thrills that you could smile with appreciation after a season-ending loss. Maybe you are a Yankees … Read more
The Bounce Newsletter | This is The Athletic’s daily NBA newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Bounce directly in your inbox. Today marks the rest of the NBA media days, meaning the offseason is officially over! Expect stories about the muscle players added or weight they lost! And, best of all, The Bounce is back to five days … Read more
A local broadcaster who has been floated as a full-time, play-by-play announcer for Boston teams is heading to the Big Apple. Worcester Red Sox broadcaster Tyler Murray, who has been heard on the New England sports airwaves for years and has been calling some Boston Red Sox games on WEEI this season, will be the … Read more
After a surprise trade on Tuesday night that added Mikal Bridges to the Knicks’ Villanova collection, there was one reaction from a super fan that hit social media quickly — in a surprise to no one. “First Take” personality Stephen A. Smith recorded his reaction to the stunning move about a half hour after ESPN … Read more
BOSTON — Luka Dončić, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Anthony Edwards, and Tyrese Haliburton were among the 15 NBA stars to receive all-league honors Wednesday, but theirs came with massive financial bonuses. First, second, and third All-NBA teams were unveiled prior to Game 1 of the Western Conference finals, and Dončić, who is playing in the series for the Dallas … Read more
