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Game Preview: Knicks vs. Trail Blazers, January 30, 2026

PORTLAND, OREGON - JANUARY 11: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks handles the ball against Deni Avdija #8 of the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on January 11, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Olivia Vanni/Getty Images) NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. | Getty Images

Cue the Robert Randolph. Tonight New York (29*-18) will host the Portland Trail Blazers (23-25) at Madison Square Garden in their second and final meeting of the season. And this time the vibes are good. Friday night Knicks! Wee wheedle wheedle wheedle wheedle wump!

Just last week the sky was falling in New York. They had suffered two four-game losing [Ed.—Thx, MR45] streaks over the course of eleven games, making your favorite ball club and mine look less like world-beating potential champions and more like uncomfortable bedfellows. But after a 300-point defeat of the Nets, a stand-tall win against Philly, a tougher-than-it-shoulda-been game against the Kings, and a Clark-Kent-became-Superman-at-halftime victory over the Raptors on Wednesday, the vibes have indeed improved.

Portland is trying to snap a three-game losing streak. They score 115.5 points per game (18th in the league), allow 117.4 points per game (22nd in the league), and make 14 triples per game (11th in the league). They also attempt 41.6 three-pointers a night, which puts them at a league-worst 33.7%.

When last they met on January 11, the Knicks showed their resilience in a 123-114 road victory that snapped the Blazers’ five-game win streak. Jalen Brunson led the way with 26 points, OG Anunoby chipped in 24 points, Karl-Anthony Towns posted a 20-11 double-double, and Mikal Bridges added 18 points with six assists and six rebounds. The game was too tight for comfort through three quarters before New York pulled away in the fourth, when Miles McBride drained a crucial three-pointer late to finally start inflating the lead. The hosts got a strong effort from Deni Avdija with 25 points, but he exited the game with a second-half back injury.

During their four-game winning streak, the Knicks have been on a tear, leading the league in net rating at plus-25.6. Surely beating Brooklyn by 500 points helped that number. Even more encouragings is that over that span, they have also held opponents to roughly 87 points per game. It certainly does seem that the team and coach Mike Brown identified devensive improvements as their surest path out of the doldrums.

And the offense has improved over this winning stretch, too. Brunson continues to set the tone, averaging 27.6 points and six assists while ranking eighth in the NBA in scoring. In New York’s 119–92 statement win in Toronto, Mikal Bridges poured in 30 points on 12-of-15 shooting, including 19 in a decisive third quarter. In the postgame interview, he cited a personal commitment to being more coachable and less entitled. Good Lord, how often have you heard an athlete of any sport speak humility so bluntly? He has been a steady catalyst throughout the streak.

Avdija has emerged as Portland’s engine, averaging 25.8 points per game (13th in the NBA) to go with 7.2 rebounds and 6.9 assists. His breakout year earned him Western Conference Player of the Week honors in Week 11, when he posted 26.8 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 9.8 assists per game. Rookie center Donovan Clingan anchors the glass, leading the Trail Blazers with 11.2 rebounds per night, second-best in the league, behind only KAT. Shaedon Sharpe remains a steady scoring threat and is coming off a 31-point outing, while Toumani Camara provides floor spacing, pacing the team with 2.6 made threes per game.

Portland’s been fighting the injury bug all year. Basketball-Reference lists eight players on their injury report. Avdija (back) and Robert Williams III (knee) are game time decisions. Across the aisle, Josh Hart and Miles McBride are both game time decisions with bad ankles—although, Hart played on that sore ankle on Wednesday and finished with almost two dozen points in thirty-some minutes. NOTE: Mitchell Robinson is not listed on the injury report after sitting out the Raptors game.

Prediction​

ESPN.com likes New York, giving them a 75% chance. We like that, too. After a few up and down quarters, the Knicks will pull ahead for good in the fourth and win by 10.

Game Details​

Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM ET
Place: Madison Square Garden, NYC

TV: MSG
Follow: @ptknicksblog and bsky

* Should be one more, but the Cup final doesn’t count.

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[JJ]

OH MAN finally some good vibes around this team again!! Four straight dubs and the defense is actually showing up?? I was starting to lose my mind watching them give up 120+ every other night.

Gotta say though, as much as I love the Knicks finally getting their act together, the real story here is Mikal Bridges coming out and saying he wasn't being "coachable enough" and felt "too entitled." Like WHAT?! When was the last time you heard an NBA player just straight up admit that?? That's the kind of accountability that wins championships, not this "I'm built different" nonsense you hear from most guys.

And can we talk about OG with 6 steals and 7 deflections against Toronto?? That man was EVERYWHERE. Mike Brown called those numbers "unheard of" and he ain't wrong. When OG is locked in defensively like that, this team transforms into something scary.

The lineup debate is interesting but honestly I think the answer changes depending on matchups. Mitch gives you that rim protection and those INSANE offensive boards (37% OREB rate is disgusting in a good way), but Deuce with the starters gives you that 5-out spacing Brown wants. Hart's shooting turnaround has been huge though - 40% from deep on 4+ attempts is legit.

Portland tonight should be a W. Avdija's been balling but they're shooting 33.7% from three as a team?? That's BRUTAL. Keep the streak going boys!!

 

[New York Knicks]

Knicks 127, Trail Blazers 97: “Grooving”

NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 30: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks bows his head before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on January 30, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

My mind’s been mush all week. There’s a bug going around the family that finally found me. My ADHD is turned up to 11. I’m absolutely burnt. The harder I try, the worse it gets, like your car’s stuck in the snow and you keep hitting the gas, going nowhere as the rut deepens. I’m behind on work. Focus is difficult, so I step away, do something, anything else, to change my focus, break free from the rut. But doing something, anything else triggers the cortisol chorus of guilt: “Shouldn’t you be working?”

Breaking the cycle means starting small: break the work into smaller pieces. In last night’s 127-97 Knick win over the Portland Trail Blazers, Mikal Bridges only made three baskets. But one of them reminded us — and two Blazers in particular — of the multiplying power of one small step.

In the final minute of the third quarter, the Blazers were down 16, a swing spot, score-wise; give up a 3 and you’re down 19 and getting blown out; make a 3, you’re down 13, just a mini-run from a competitive game. After Bridges missed a corner 3, Shaeden Sharpe rebounded near the foul line, passed to Jerami Grant and got the ball back as he crossed midcourt. 48 seconds in the quarter, 18 on the shot clock. Perfect time to run a little clock and get a quality two-for-one. Entering the fourth down 12 or 13 instead of 16 is big psychologically. The Blazers ended the frame down 18.

Sharpe took two dribbles, went around a Donovan Clingan pick, then the career 33% shooter from deep launched from there with 16 on the shot clock and of his teammates behind the arc, while every Knick besides Jalen Brunson, Sharpe’s defender, was either in the paint or the midrange. Sharpe missed, the Knicks rebounded and while Bridges missed a 3 on the other end, he took it with 30 seconds left, leaving just enough time for a New York two-for-one.

With 16 seconds left and Caleb Love dribbling the time down near center court, Sharpe, guarded by Bridges, went to the corner nearest celebrity row, hunched forward and rested his hands on his knees. He held that pose while Love, smothered by Landry Shamet, struggled to get free. He held it while Love lobbed a no-chance 30-footer (with eight seconds left in the quarter and five on the shot clock). He held it even after the shot missed.

To be fair, no Blazer besides Clingan came inside the arc to crash the offensive glass. Maybe their emphasis was getting back in transition if the Knicks made one last push. Spoiler: they didn’t.

As Love’s shot went up, Bridges rotated 90 degrees, from facing Love at the top of the key to facing Sharpe in the corner, to box him out. As soon as Bridges saw Sharpe doing his still-life schtick, his head whipped around to follow the play, rotating his body back to facing midcourt instead of the sideline. Once Bridges realized Diawara had the uncontested rebound, he took off, launching off a slight spring in his step. The flat-footed Sharpe didn’t flinch until Diawara was passing to Brunson, who got the ball with four seconds left.

Brunson took two dribbles, during which time the non-Sharpe Blazers all turned their attention on him, meaning the only Blazer aware of Bridges was the cornerback who’d just been beaten by the receiver. Sharpe got the attention of Sidy Cissoko, normally a good idea. Cissoko is 21 and has a 6-foot-10 wingspan. But Cissoko, like Sharpe, picked a bad time to disassociate.

When Diawara got the rebound, Cissoko was at the 3-point line. When Cissoko first realized Bridges was streaking by, he was at the other 3-point line. For the two seconds in-between, he showed all the hustle of late-stage Barry Bonds after drawing a walk, lollygagging with some extra L’s and G’s thrown in. So it didn’t matter how hard he ran once he recognized Bridges was a threat, the centimeters away he was from deflecting Brunson’s pass. By not taking that first small step toward their larger goal, Sharpe and Cissoko could never get caught up.

By the way, I’m not down at all on Sharpe or Cissoko for these lapses. If there’d been a camera on me at work when I was their age, you couldn’t seen my first day at Wal-Mart, when the lawn and garden manager going on break gave me their medieval dungeon master-sized set of keys and I promptly clipped it around my eyebrow ring, never considering the strength-to-weight ratio of an eyebrow ring versus 10 literal pounds of keys. Reader, it hurt.

Five wins in a row has the Knicks, per sprewellhasmouthstofeed, “grooving.” Next game’s in seven hours, when the Lakers make their annual pilgramage to the Mecca. If you’re struggling with something, do something small. Do small things consistently. Most snow, eventually, melts.

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[New York Knicks]

Knicks Week Preview: Feb. 1-7, 2026

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 29: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks drives against Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets during their game at Madison Square Garden on January 29, 2025 in New York City. User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) | Getty Images

It’s trade week at last. By the end of Thursday, there could be a new Knick or two on the roster, and we might be bidding adieu to those who were dealt. Or maybe Leon Rose does nothing, that enigmatic minx. These are the Days of Our NBA. If you’ve been eating a gyro for lunch everyday, hoping it will influence the Greek gods to tilt a certain trade in your favor, this week will prove whether you have cosmic powers. Keep it up, you wizard! Extra tzatziki!

After a rough start to the calendar year, the Knicks are rolling now at 30*-18, locked into the second spot in the East, and trailing Detroit by 5.5 games. They saunter into the week with a five-game win streak that saw vast improvements on the defensive end. Now comes a gnarly four-game week that will test where the team stands and their commitment to the gritty fundamentals.

Sunday, February 1 vs. Los Angeles Lakers (7:00 PM, NBC/Peacock)​

LeBron and Luka come to the Garden with the Lakers riding hot at 29-18. This one’s got juice—national TV, playoff vibes, evenly matched teams. The Lakers are a respectable road team, but the Knicks play like a different animal at MSG. If New York can push the pace and keep LA’s stars from gaining control in crunch time, victory should be theirs for the taking. Watch out for LeBron, though; if this is his final game played at MSG (presuming retirement is imminent), he will aim for big numbers as a parting gift.

Watch this one on NBA and Peacock.

Tuesday, February 3 @ Washington Wizards (7:00 PM, MSG)​

The Knicks head to DC to face a Wizards team that’s been brutal all year. This is the kind of game good teams should handle without breaking a sweat. These are also the dog days of the schedule, when the occasional sleepwalk is to be expected. When they last played, in early November, New York defeated Washington, 119-102. Once again, Brunson and Towns should eat against the ‘Zards. They would be wise to lock this one down early and get some rest, giving the bench some burn before the next night’s more challenging matchup.

Watch it on MSG.

Wednesday, February 4 vs. Denver Nuggets (7:00 PM, MSG)​

Back home for what should be a helluva second game of as back-to-back. Jokić coming to town means Towns has his hands full, and Denver’s offense is always a problem, ranking first in the league. But the Knicks are tough to beat at the Garden, and if they can hit their threes and make Jokić work on defense, they’ve got a shot. The clubs haven’t met since January of last year, when the Knicks won 122–112 at MSG. Jalen Brunson powered New York with 30 points and 15 assists as the Knicks led wire to wire, totally overshadowing Nikola Jokic’s 33-point effort.

Possible Finals preview? Could be….

Watch it on MSG.

Friday, February 6 @ Detroit Pistons (7:30 PM, Prime Video)​

You thought Wednesday’s tilt was tough. The week ends in Detroit against the team everybody’s chasing. The Pistons are young, fast, and sitting pretty at the top of the East. For the Knicks, this is a statement game. They lost to Detroit, 121-90, on January 5, despite 25 points from Jalen Brunson and because they couldn’t score more than 36 points after halftime.

Win this one and New York will further prove they can hang with the best. Lose and they may start lamenting their trade deadline activity / inactivity.

Tune in on Amazon Prime Video.

Enjoy your week, fans. Be kind to your fellow humans. And Go Knicks.

* Should be one more, but the Cup final doesn’t count.

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[Zedster]

That 30-point blowout against Portland was nice to watch. Five in a row feels good after what we went through earlier this month.

The defensive turnaround has been the real story here. Going from 29th in defensive rating to 1st over the last stretch of games is pretty remarkable, even accounting for the weaker competition. The Shamet-for-Clarkson swap in the rotation seems like such a small move on paper, but the bench unit just looks more cohesive defensively now.

This week is going to tell us a lot though. Lakers, Nuggets, and Pistons in a seven-day span is no joke. The Washington game should be a breather, but that back-to-back with Denver the next night is concerning. Jokic against KAT is always a fascinating matchup - Towns has the athleticism edge but Nikola just does things that don't make sense. Last year's win was encouraging but Denver's been playing well lately.

The Detroit game Friday feels like the real measuring stick. That January loss was rough - 36 points in the second half is the kind of collapse we were seeing too often. If the defensive improvements are real and sustainable, this is where we'll find out.

Curious to see what Leon does at the deadline too. The team seems to be finding its identity again, so I'd lean toward not disrupting the chemistry unless something significant comes along. But what do I know - that's why he gets paid the big bucks.

 

[New York Knicks]

Game Preview: Knicks vs Lakers, February 1, 2026

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 06: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball defended by Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks during the first half at Crypto.com Arena on March 06, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The Knicks (30*-18) welcome the Lakers (29-18) to Madison Square Garden with the building buzzing again. New York has won five straight games (four by double digits) thanks to a top-10 defense, world-class rebounding, and an explosive offense. The team that was a reeking garbage pile just a couple of weeks ago smells fresh as daisies again. Ain’t winning the best antiseptic?

Los Angeles brings star power and a strong road record, though the distance between their offensive and defensive ratings is approximately the distance from Crypto.com Arena to MSG. When Luka Dončić has one of the rotation’s best defensive ratings, of course they’re ranked 26th. Sure, the Lakers’ off-court Buss family drama makes the Clippers seem like a well-behaved organization by comparison; and yes, players like Deandre Ayton sometimes make coach JJ Redick reconsider his life choices; but these Lakers have enough talent to sit squarely in the playoff hunt and pose a big challenge for our heroes tonight.

Remembering the last time these teams played still makes my right eye twitch. On March 6, 2025 in Los Angeles, the Knicks led for long stretches behind a big Brunson night before overtime arrived on flatulence fumes and the Lakers stole a 113-109 win. I recall seething at Bridges for taking six shots in 43 minutes and KAT for shooting 23%. Good thing we haven’t had those miseries this season.

The story of the Lakers’ year is one of extremes. The offense hums at a top-10 level, shooting the best field goal percentage in the league and taking steady trips to the line. Yet all those gains are offset by a defense that lags near the bottom of the barrel, barely rebounds, and hardly blocks. It takes a special kind of alchemy to achieve a perfect zero net rating, but they’ve done it!

Everything runs through Luka, one of the league’s best swishers and dishers. His fellow superstar LeBron James, playing his 120th season, is still a force to be reckoned with, too, thanks to excellent conditioning and a daily diet of virginal blood.

In an internal P&T poll of one, Deandre Ayton was voted player most likely to be intentionally left behind after a road game. Still, he’s averaging 13.6 points and 8.6 rebounds per night; just imagine what he could do awake.

Austin Reaves is a very fine player, but has been sidelined with a calf injury since Christmas. He’s on today’s report as day-to-day. Look for Jake LaRavia and Marcus Smart to round out the starters, and beware the latter especially. Smart is one of those cats who will shoot 25% from downtown for the season and turn into Steph Curry when he sees an orange and blue jersey.

Miles McBride (ankle) is day-to-day for New York.

Prediction​

ESPN.com thinks New York has a 68% chance tonight. Maybe. Take into account that, against the Knicks, Luka has averaged 30.5 PPG in 12 career games, and LeBron has averaged 26.7 PPG in 61. Not only should you expect 60 points between them tonight, but watch James go totally bananas because a) it is potentially his last game at the Garden, and b) it will be nationally televised. New York will give you your money’s worth, fighting late into the game, but this has the weird feel of LeBron’s Swan Song to NYC. Call me cynical, but it might come down to whether you see Scott Foster on the officiating crew today. If you do, trust that the league wants this one for Bron; if you don’t, Knicks by three.

Game Details​

Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026
Time: 7 PM ET
Place: Madison Square Garden, NYC

TV: NBC / Peacock
Follow: @ptknicksblog and bsky

* Should be one more, but the Cup final doesn’t count.

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[New York Knicks]

Knicks 112, Lakers 100: Scenes from a second half turnaround

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 01: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks scrambles for the ball against Marcus Smart #36 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden on February 01, 2026 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images) | Getty Images

At Madison Square Garden, the Knicks (31*-18) shook off a middling first half, outscored the Lakers 60–44 after halftime, and survived 15 lead changes to claim their sixth straight win, 112–100.

From the jump, L.A. attacked home plate and New York tried their luck from the outfield. The strategy showed promise with the first two longballs swished. When the shots stopped falling—and the visitors continued to find easy scoring opportunities—the home team slipped on the scoreboard.

Congratulations go out to Karl-Anthony Towns, selected today for his sixth All-Star Game. The Big Begonia pounded the glass early, but two quick fouls curtailed his quarter. The good news: KAT committed just one more foul in the game and would finish with an 11-13 double-double, four assists, two steals, and a team-high +23 in his 32 minutes. Great effort from him overall tonight.

Meanwhile, the Lakers embraced simplicity, benefiting from basic actions like alley-oops to Deandre Ayton. For the Knicks, Mikal Bridges grabbed a steal (good) but missed four of his first five shots (less good). Their offense flowed mostly through Jalen Brunson (12 points, 13 dimes, seven boards) and OG Anunoby, who scored 11 of his 25 total points in the first period.

WINGSTOP: Mikal’s ball pressure creates an open three for OG pic.twitter.com/x6Yk9QSpSL

— The Strickland (@TheStrickland) February 2, 2026

After an uneven start, Luka Dončić gained steam and finished the night with 30 points, 15 boards, and eight assists. Under his leadership, his team dished and swished, assisting on 21 of their 38 made field goals tonight. They closed Q1 ahead, 33-27, while New York’s uninspired offense barely shot 40%.

The bench provided some uplift in the second frame. Tyler Kolek (eight points, four dimes, 13 minutes) and Mohamed Diawara delivered treys, and Landry Shamet chipped in a bucket to stay competitive. Shamet was the human torch tonight, dropping 23 points and hitting 6-of-10 from beyond the arc. Although L.A. led for most of the second quarter, when Kolek scored five unanswered points, the Knicks briefly went ahead with 4:40 left.

KAT returned and worked the glass, but the Knicks turned the ball over at a 2:1 ratio, thus hindering their progress. Across the aisle, LeBron (22 points) steadied things with midrange scores and free throws, while Ayton (13 points, five boards) and Hachimura (11 points, three rebounds) tidied up the iron. When a well-rested Luka checked back in, he fully shifted the balance back from orange to yellow. Sticking to the game plan, L.A. carried a 56-52 lead into intermission.

hart of the city pic.twitter.com/2AetGDzF1Y

— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) February 2, 2026

Through the first half, the Goldtrotters outshot the Knicks overall, 49% to 43%, with both teams attempting 43 field goals. New York had the better numbers from deep (41% to 30%) and on the glass (24-19), but had been outscored in the paint by eight and committed six turnovers. At the break, Luka led all scorers with 18 points and seven boards, while OG had 11 points for the hometown heroes.

Out of halftime, the Knicks went on a 12-7 run to reclaim the lead. With more focused hustle and flow, the starters made their shots, Josh Hart (20 points, four boards, 8-of-11 FG) provided invigorating constant motion, and Towns ruled the boards, collecting six boards and six points in the period.

A mid-quarter Hart three-pointer put New York up by six. He, Anunoby, and Shamet were shooting 18-of-27 for 50 points, while their teammates had hit just 16-of-53. Around then, Luka hit the jets to spark a 9-2 run and go ahead again, but our heroes responded with back-to-back Anunoby dunks and a Shamet breakaway that restored their advantage and set the crowd roaring. After that 15-5 run, the Knicks closed the frame, 90-82.

OG ANUNO-

14 PTS | 4 REB | 2 AST pic.twitter.com/TqpUqKqEG5

— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) February 2, 2026

New York kept pace with L.A. through the fourth with inside finishes from Bridges and Anunoby and a timely Hart three. Luka delivered a bomb that had the makings of trouble, but Shamet and Bridges countered with triples of their own. Around the three-minute mark, with a 10-point differential, Hart played excellent defense on Luka and altered a last-second heave. By not fouling, Hart forced a shot-clock violation, and Anunoby dunked on the subsequent possession. That sequence put a lid on the game. Smart drilled from deep near the two-minute mark, but two more bombs from ShamWow in the final minute-and-a-half drove in the final nails.

LeBron's defense SEALED the win for the Knicks:

Gives up open 3
Gives up offensive rebound
Gives up open 3 again

Just standing around pic.twitter.com/dcCaKqJmNW

— BrickCenter (@BrickCenter_) February 2, 2026

Up Next​

Professor Miranda is on your recap. As for our heroes, they’ll travel to D.C. to face the Wizards on Tuesday. Safe travels, Knickerbockers.

Box Score

* Should be one more, but the Cup final doesn’t count.

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[New York Knicks]

Knicks Bulletin: ‘Just trying to find a balance. I’m in a good headspace right now’

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 1: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on February 1, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

The Los Angeles Lakers visited MSG and returned home without a win.

Too bad, it turns out they ran into the hottest team in the league—that is, your New York Knicks.

Here’s a lot of what was said before and after yesterday’s affair.

Mike Brown says that 50/50 balls were a point of emphasis for the Knicks at halftime: pic.twitter.com/x6DhJjaR7a

— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) February 2, 2026

Mike Brown​

On practice time and recent changes:

“We’ve had a chance to practice a little bit. But we made changes a little earlier, we’ve gotten a little better with the changes. Guys have been communicating more, but they’re able to do that because they feel a little bit more comfortable with what we’re doing. Defensively, we made some changes. Offensively too. I think because we’ve had a chance to work at it a little bit, the guys have had a chance to get involved with it a little bit, the confidence is great. That’s growing as well.”

On offensive principles and ball movement:

“We talk about certain things offensively, playing with pace, touching the paint, and spray the ball. Our guys are unselfish, but they know when they draw a second defender that’s the right to find your teammate. We all need to keep trying to make the game easy for one another.”

On Karl-Anthony Towns’ handling of double teams:

“KAT did a nice job tonight. He’s gonna get doubled, they put a small guy on him a ton, and the one thing he has to do, just like all of us, is not let double teams or second defenders speed us up. The person who has two defenders on him needs help with the right spacing.”

On OG Anunoby and Josh Hart scoring decisively:

“They’re making quick decisions. OG, the ball’s hitting his hands and if the defender closes out short, he’s letting it fly. OG’s a great shooter. Josh has worked extremely hard on his shot too. There’s not a lot of hesitation from both those guys.”

On finding offense without plays called:

“They’re both getting out in transition, getting easy baskets, getting offensive rebounds, and cutting to score. There are a lot of ways you can impact the game scoring without having your number called.”

On defensive execution against the Lakers:

“Second half, we locked in better with the gameplan. It resulted in the Lakers scoring 44 points in that second half, which was huge for us.”

On the Knicks’ maturity and attention to detail:

“This is a mature group, and they’re competitive as well. We just tell them what we see and they go out and correct. It was more about being locked in and doing the little things better.”

On Jalen Brunson’s defense:

“Jalen’s a good defender. A lot of people sleep on that. He’s competitive, he’s feisty, he’s strong. If there was a definition of how to defend the ball in a pick-and-roll situation when you’re on the ball, that play would’ve been it.”

On Brunson’s defensive technique:

“He’s been impressive leading with his chest, showing his hands and trying to play defense the right way with a little chip on his shoulder. It’s good to see him doing it with the scoring load we put on him.”

On Karl-Anthony Towns’ All-Star case:

“I’m a firm believer that winning should be a big factor in it. We’re sitting second or third in the East right now, so we should have multiple guys on the team. Jalen definitely is in the MVP conversation, but we’ve got other guys on this team that have stepped up and helped in a lot of different ways. KAT, he’s leading us in rebounds, he’s second in scoring. I don’t know how many double-doubles he has, but that’s impactful when you’re talking about doing it in a winning situation. We should have, in my opinion, two or three guys, at least, on this All-Star team based on what our record is. Not only that, we were NBA Cup champions, so there are a lot of positives.”

On the Knicks improving thanks to rest and time in the gym:

“To be able to spend some time in the gym where you’re not worrying about playing a game has benefited us a ton. We’ve made some changes on both ends of the floor. The more time we have to continue working on it, the better we’ll be.”

On LeBron James’ longevity:

“He’s earned the right to play as long as he wants and he’s definitely doing it. And he’s doing it at a high level.”

"HE CAN'T F*** WITH YOU"

Saquon Barkley and Karl-Anthony Towns were HYPED watching Shakur Stevenson's masterclass

The Ring VI | Exclusively on DAZN pic.twitter.com/u8flVqAbiq

— Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine) February 1, 2026

Karl-Anthony Towns​

On his sixth All-Star selection:

“It’s special. This one’s a real special one for sure. It’s better to be getting the win against the Lakers. I feel better about that right now than the All-Star thing, but as time goes, I’ll be able to digest it and understand the importance of it. Right now, I’m just happy we got the win.”

On his All-Star journey:

“It’s been six times and six different roads to get there. Every one is unique. This one is one I’ll cherish, but it’ll take time for me to digest it. It’s great to have a day like this that ends with a win.”

"We've got a locker room full of guys who want to win and are willing to sacrifice for one another."

– Landry Shamet pic.twitter.com/7oDUbfR0Gp

— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) February 2, 2026

Landry Shamet​

On staying steady through highs and lows:

“It’s part of the journey. There’s highs and lows in this thing. You can’t get caught up on either end. Just take care of your work every day, try to be a good teammate, and the rest will take care of itself.”

On his role offensively:

“I always say I have the easy job. I’m on the receiving end. It’s guys like JB getting blitzed and having to make the right decision. My job is to catch the ball and shoot the ball.”

On playing under Mike Brown:

“Working with Mike has been great. Early on, I was just worried about making the team and helping us win. As we’ve spent more time together, I’m grateful for him and want to keep doing what I can to help us win.”

On the Knicks-wide buy-in:

“We’ve got a locker room full of guys who want to win and are willing to sacrifice for one another.”

Q: "What do you think of the way the guys responded when you held them accountable couple games ago?"

Jalen Brunson: "It wasn't just me. It was everybody" pic.twitter.com/2XnrYHkBxW

— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) February 2, 2026

Jalen Brunson​

On focusing on distributing when shots aren’t falling:

“Shots not falling, you gotta impact the game somewhere else. I kept seeing two defenders, so I was trying to make the right play at the right time. The way we were moving the ball was great.”

On the defensive turnaround:

“The biggest part of our defense has been communication, physicality and accountability. Being on the string and on the same page has been the biggest part of our turnaround so far.”

On Karl-Anthony Towns’ rebounding impact:

“The rebounding, what he’s been doing has been great. We need that from him. When the ball’s not going in, he finds a way to impact the game. That’s really important for us.”

Josh Hart was asked about the one-year anniversary of the Luka Dončić trade:

"One thing I'm mad about that day was that it didn't happen earlier because Max Christie gave us 15 and we lost" pic.twitter.com/q2vbjesjAc

— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) February 2, 2026

Josh Hart​

On the Knicks’ balanced offense:

“That’s what we’re capable of. We have great depth, guys who can knock down shots and playmake. It shows we don’t have to force anything.”

On finding balance offensively:

“Sometimes I pass open shots to get guys involved, but I gotta make sure I’m aggressive too. Just trying to find a balance, and I’m in a good headspace right now.”

On playing with LeBron James:

“It was cool. I learned a lot about execution and taking care of your body. If it is his last game here, it’s obviously a historic career. Hopefully the fans give him a good ovation.”

OG Anunoby​

On improved defensive communication and effort:

“It’s been executing, the effort, the intensity, the want-to. Everyone’s been on it.”

DPOG JOSHUA pic.twitter.com/3nlEwzBft1

— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) February 2, 2026

Mikal Bridges​

On the better defensive structure and planning of late:

“Effort can only do so much without having a plan. Having a plan and knowing what we’re all doing with the effort has made a difference.”

On finding comfort with the defensive adjustments:

“I think it was a little tougher for us how we used to do it, but I think it’s better for us now.”

Q: "What has playing at Madison Square Garden meant to you throughout your career?"

LeBron James: "Everything. It's the Mecca of basketball…It's the Big Apple…I've always loved these fans, love New York, respect, great knowledge of the game, they know what sports is about" pic.twitter.com/zmu8MfbQLx

— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) February 2, 2026

LeBron James​

On his level of play at 41:

“S—, I’ve been pretty good. Didn’t I just pass like 60,000 minutes? I’d hope I look pretty good.”

On what Madison Square Garden means to him:

“Everything. It’s the mecca of basketball. Being here at MSG, so many people have graced this floor. I hope I have a little small snippet of someone who came through here and made a small dent.”

On the end of his career:

“At the end of the day, everything has to come to an end at some point. You’re always going to miss it. This place will always have a special place in the journey.”

Luka literally walked across the court to find Jalen so he could do this pic.twitter.com/oXeAmYY4MC

— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) February 2, 2026

Source: https://www.postingandtoasting.com/...nd-a-balance-im-in-a-good-headspace-right-now

 

[New York Knicks]

Game Thread: Knicks vs Lakers, February 1, 2026

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 6: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers plays defense during the game against Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks on March 6, 2025 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

The Knicks (30*-18), riding a five-game win streak, welcome the Lakers (29-18) to Madison Garden Tonight. A national audience will tune in to see Luka Dončić and LeBron James, leaders of a Los Angeles team that scores brilliant and defends much less so. Expect a tight game, which might be LeBron’s last appearance at MSG.

Tip off is 7 p.m. EST on NBA / Peacock. Tip off is 7 p.m. EST on NBC. This is your game thread. This is Silver Screen and Roll. Please don’t post large photos, GIFs, or links to illegal streams in the thread. Practice kindness. And go Knicks!

* Should be one more, but the stupid NBA Cup doesn’t count.

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[New York Knicks]

Karl-Anthony Towns selected to 2026 All-Star Game

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 27: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks reacts during the second half at Madison Square Garden against Sacramento Kings on January 27, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Karl-Anthony Towns is headed to L.A., folks.

No, he didn’t get traded. The Big Bodega has been named to his sixth All-Star team, as revealed by the NBA on NBC pregame show on Sunday night. He will join Jalen Brunson in the All-Star Game for the second consecutive season.

Congratulations Karl on being named a 2026 All-Star pic.twitter.com/9y53QjPay1

— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) February 1, 2026

Towns is joined by Donovan Mitchell, Pascal Siakam, and Scottie Barnes, as well as first-timers Jalen Duren, Norman Powell, and Jalen Johnson, as the Eastern Conference’s reserves. There will be an additional one named in the near future due to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s injury, and potentially one more if the USA/World splits don’t yield enough players.

Anthony Edwards, Jamal Murray, Chet Holmgren, Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Deni Avdija, and LeBron James were all named West reserves. Personally, I’m bewildered we didn’t see Kawhi Leonard make it, but that’s a story for another day. Good for Jamal Murray getting the recognition.

Towns is, by all measures, having his worst season in a while. The 30-year-old center is averaging 20.0 points (lowest since 2015-16), 11.8 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in 45 games, shooting a career-low 46.1% from the field and just 36.1% from three. The only season that’s been comparable to this one, offensively, was his rookie season. He’s also leading the league in offensive fouls and has had games where he has absolutely no rhythm offensively.

Still, KAT leads the NBA in rebounding and has found other ways to impact the game. He remains a mediocre defender, but has improved in that aspect ever so slightly. He’s still capable of big games and has recently turned into an Andre Drummond-esque rebounder, grabbing 44 in just 64 combined minutes over the last two games.

Towns has been brought up in trade rumors amidst his increasing discomfort in Mike Brown’s system and the Knicks’ struggles in January, but barring an unforeseen demand by one Greek Freak, it seems he’ll be here for the stretch run.

Assuming that’s the case, this will be the third straight year the Knicks have two in the All-Star Game. While the ‘Bockers have had a pair of all-stars sporadically throughout their history, this is historic for them. It’s the first time since the early 1970s that the Knicks have had multiple all-stars in three consecutive seasons. Back then, there were only 18 teams and the likes of Clyde Frazier and Willis Reed were annual mainstays.

The all-star tandem will not play with each other, however. Despite having two all-stars for the third straight year, the Knicks haven’t had two teammates in the All-Star Game since 2013. Julius Randle was injured in 2024 and Adam Silver’s first attempt at experimenting came last year and separated Brunson and Towns.

The All-Star Game is two weeks from today, on February 15. We’ll see who Towns and Brunson team up with when the teams are formally set.

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[New York Knicks]

Knicks 132, Wizards 101: “Good stuff, no drama stress free team win.”

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 3: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks and Alexandre Sarr #20 of the Washington Wizards look on during the game on February 3, 2026 at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Gosling/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

One day coach Brian Keefe will bring a football to practice and the Wizards will discover they’ve been playing the wrong sport all along. Until then, Washington (13-36) will continue to play their unique brand of NBA hoops. Tonight, they hosted the Knicks (32*-18), and there was so much orange and blue in the crowd that this was essentially a home game for New York. The third-quarter MVP chant for Jalen Brunson shook the shingles on Capital One Arena, and when the Knicks finished with a 132-101 win—their seventh straight—more than half of those in attendance left satisfied.

New York had the game in their grip from the tip, ripping off seven straight points before Washington noticed the game was underway. Josh Hart should be called Elmer because the dude is all glue. He rebounded, pushed the pace, and created clean looks for OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges, and himself. In a game cut short by injury, Josh recorded just four points, but his seven boards, seven dimes, and endless energy powered him to a +34.

Meanwhile, Brunson sputtered from deep (21 points, 7-16 FG, 1-6 3PT) but delivered on the other end, like when he stepped in front of Sarr to draw a league-leading 14th charge. The Wiz, meanwhile, shot 11-of-31 from deep tonight and mostly survived on midrange jumpers and whatever they could scrounge up in the paint. That old pro Middleton was the only reliable ‘Zard, finishing with 12 points. Bub Carrington scored a very low-calorie 14.

Bridges set the tone on both ends. He finished with 23 points on 8-of-10 from the field, 3-of-4 from deep and two blocks—one at the rim on Coulibaly, another chasing down Carrington on the perimeter. Add Anunoby’s three three-pointers and a 7-of-13 team mark from deep, and the first quarter closed with New York up 38–22.

Second frame, the results were the same. With Tyler Kolek handling point guard duties, the Knicks continued to methodically make their shots and apply defensive screws. Towns was the anchor, scoring at the rim, stepping out for a three, cleaning the glass, and even jumping a passing lane for a steal. He would finish the game with a league-leading 33rd double-double, scoring 19 points, 15 boards, three assists, and two steals in 26 minutes. Not a bad night of work for the All-Star who got piggy-back rides from Sarr all night.

Midway through the second quarter, the floodgates opened. In a 95-second stretch, the Knicks scored 14 unanswered points to go ahead by 29. Washington was doomed. Middleton tried his best, and Sarr showed occasional flashes, but undercut them with turnovers and fouls. But Washington was doomed.

By the break, New York was ahead 72-45, with their biggest halftime lead of the season. They had outshot the home team from the field, 55% to 39%, and from deep, 50% to 33%. New York had assists on 16 of their 24 made field goals, won the boards (27-20), and blocked five shots. In the first half, Towns led all scorers with 16 points and seven rebounds, while Middleton had seven points for the hosts.

The Knicks brought the same dominance to Q3. OG (19 points, 6-of-11 FG) and Mikal scored on cuts and floaters while Brunson mixed drives, free throws, and a pull-up three to keep the lead in the 20s. Washington found a smattering of offense from Carrington and Middleton, but they could never gain ground. Nor did they have an answer for KAT, who scored at will in the paint, scrubbed the boards, and cleaned up at the free-throw line. The lead reached 32. Even when the Knicks fell into a shooting lull, Washington couldn’t get their act together. The only bummer of the period was when Josh Hart left the game, limping to the locker room. Otherwise, the sailing was smooth. Knicks up 102-71 going into the fourth.

Washington continued to take their lumps in the final frame. The lead ballooned to 41, so Coach Brown fielded a bench crew of Kolek, Jordan Clarkson, Dillon Jones, Trey Jemison, and Ariel Hukporti. Kolek had a rough shooting night (3 points, 1-0f-7 FG), but logged six assists and two turnovers in his 21 minutes. The rest of the bench contributed meaningfully, too. Huk protected the rim plus scored 12 points, nine boards, and a three-pointer (!); Mohamed Diawara scored five points and facilitated two dimes in four minutes before an ankle injury cut short a promising performance; and Landry Shamet chipped in 14 points, making 4-of-6 from range.

Up Next​

Quoth Jaybugkit, “Good stuff, no drama stress free team win.” Now our heroes zip back to NYC for a tilt with the Nikola Jokić and the Denver Nuggets tomorrow. Safe travels, Knickerbockers.

Box Score

* Should be one more, but the NBA Cup Final doesn’t count.

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[New York Knicks]

Knicks Bulletin: ‘I ain’t closing no door on nothing’

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 1: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks after on during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on February 1, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Jim Poorten/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

I was so tired yesterday that I put the Knicks on and legitimately enjoyed watching them play a no-contest game against the Wiz Kiz with no stress baked into the affair.

Now, for the drama and the nerves, here comes the NBA trade deadl—actually, scratch that. The Knicks ain’t trading for Giannis, fam.

Here’s a bunch of quotes and a Guerschon revelation.

Knicks head coach Mike Brown was frank in the opening statement of his postgame presser, saying “obviously, Washington’s a young team, and the direction they’re going in is what most young teams do at this point in the year.”

Knicks beat the Wizards 132-101 tonight. pic.twitter.com/TqEmTmKTuO

— Joshua Valdez (@joshvaldez100) February 4, 2026

Mike Brown​

On ball movement and decision-making:

“Guys are trying to share the basketball. And we only had eight turnovers. So you’re not only sharing the basketball, but sharing it the right way. Guys are trying to play for one another with the correct spacing and making the correct decisions. It’s a lot of fun to see when guys get rolling.”

On locking in against Washington:

“Obviously Washington is a young team and the direction they’re going is what most young teams do at this time of the year. So we went out there and locked in and did the little things the right way. It was impressive to see.”

On evaluating Landry Shamet before taking the job:

“I watched tape before I got the job. I was a fan of his. I saw the things that he did out there last year and I was like, ‘Wow. This guy can be really good on both ends of the floor.’ And that was something I came in saying early in the process.”

Josh Hart​

On following trade deadline chaos:

“I’ll be for sure tuned in. It’s great entertainment for me. I can’t wait for Thursday. It’s fun entertainment because you’re always going to see what’s happening, what’s going on. Be messy. Talk about random trades that are just pointless behind the scenes.”

On the players-only meeting false narrative:

“We talked but it wasn’t like, some thing. That got dragged. We didn’t have a players-only meeting.”

Vociferous MVP Chants for Jalen Brunson in Washington! @LT__Murray | @WaltFrazier | #NewYorkForever pic.twitter.com/Cszr6N7tmD

— KNICKS ON MSG (@KnicksMSGN) February 4, 2026

Karl-Anthony Towns​

On setting the tone early against Washington:

“We came out with that third-quarter intensity in the first quarter and it allowed us to dictate the game. That’s what’s asked of us and that’s something we wanted to accomplish. So today is a good day where you actually do what you say.”

On being named an All-Star reserve:

“I didn’t know and it was special. This one a real special one. I think this is one I’ll cherish.”

Landry Shamet​

On handling highs and lows in his career:

“It’s part of the journey. There’s highs and lows in this thing. You can’t get caught up on either end of that spectrum. Just take care of your work every day, try to be a good teammate and the rest will take care of itself.”

DPOG CAP pic.twitter.com/4o8XkMuHqc

— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) February 4, 2026

Jalen Brunson​

On the so-called players-only meeting:

“It was just me voicing my opinion after the game against Dallas. It wasn’t me calling a team meeting. We meet after games. I said something before coach walked in. That’s it.”

On taking charges on a steady basis:

“It’s something I’ve always done. I think it not only does a lot for your team, it’s a turnover, you get the ball, it can be a momentum swing for you. It’s an offensive foul, you get the ball back, it could be big for your team.”

Mikal Bridges on the Knicks being on the same page and sticking up for one another! @LT__Murray | @WaltFrazier | #NewYorkForever pic.twitter.com/aYmobwuSgu

— KNICKS ON MSG (@KnicksMSGN) February 4, 2026

Mikal Bridges​

On starting strong against the Wizards:

“We had to start off strong and just play hard. They’re young and they can get out strong and fast and we just had to play our way.”

On the improved defensive cohesion:

“I think just everybody is on the same page being together, being on one string and stepping up for each other is great to see. When you go back and watch the film you see everyone trying to make the right play and help each other out.”

Guerschon Yabusele on report of team in Israel pushing to sign him:

“I ain’t closing no door on nothing. I don’t know what’s going to happen. I don’t know what tomorrow’s going to be. So right now I can tell you nothing has been discussed or signed or anything like that. I’m a…

— Stefan Bondy (@SbondyNBA) February 4, 2026

Guerschon Yabusele​

On trade rumors and overseas interest:

“I ain’t closing no door on nothing. I don’t know what’s going to happen. I don’t know what tomorrow’s going to be. Nothing has been discussed or signed. I’m a Knicks player at the end of the day. But there’s been teams calling. We’ll see what happens.”

Dink Pate is going to All-Star Weekend

The Westchester Knick will play in the NBA G League Next Up Game pic.twitter.com/lTChp6yaXZ

— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) February 3, 2026

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[New York Knicks]

Knicks 134, Nuggets 127: “Praise the Cap! Great win!”

Tonight’s matchup at Madison Square Garden was destined to be a bruiser. Both teams played last night—the Knicks (32*-18) in a rout of Washington and Denver in a gutsy loss to Detroit. New York was riding a seven-game win streak. The Nuggets (33-18) had lost two in a row, but boast the league’s best offensive rating and arguably its best player in Nikola Jokić.

Somehow New York had played 50 games this season without going to overtime. In a game with 20 lead changes, in which neither team led by double-digits, double overtime was required to reach a decision. And when the bell rang, New York stood tall with a 134-127 victory.

The Knicks started on an 11-2 run with three different players stroking a three. Thanks to New York’s defense, the Nuggets missed five of their first six shots and had one turnover. Then Jamal Murray (39 points, 15-of-33 FG) showed that Denver is more than just their Serbian Superman. Murray took over, dropping 20 points in his first 12 minutes, and scoring all 18 of Denver’s points on one stretch. In short order, the Nugs turned a nine-point deficit into a two-point lead.

With 30 seconds left in the first quarter, Spencer Jones collided heads with a driving Towns, opening up a gash on KAT’s eyebrow that painted his jersey in blood. Karl got a smear of vaseline before making two free throws and retreating to the locker room for six stitches. (He would return late in Q2 and finish with a 24-12 double-double.) Those two freebies swung the score back in our direction, but then Jokić (30 points, 14 boards, 10 dimes) fired a rebound to Bruce Brown, who drilled a buzzer-beater and gave Denver a 30-28 lead.

Blood above the eye for KAT, stays in, then heads back pic.twitter.com/V2dPTjZBhf

— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) February 5, 2026

Tyler Kolek and Mitchell Robinson (10 points, 8 rebounds) joined the fray to start the second quarter. The latter scored eight points and grabbed boards with ferocity, clearly relishing the chance to battle the league’s best. The Knicks needed his inspired play to slow down Jokić, who mostly brushed off KAT tonight. With Josh Hart sidelined by the ankle he twisted yesterday, Jordan Clarkson got the start. No doubt about it, the home team would have benefited from Hart’s rebounding tonight.

Landry Shamet (16 points, 4-of-10 3PT) provided a few buckets to give the Knicks a lift, but Denver countered through Jokić, who scored inside, hit a three, and found Brown for a dunk. The Nuggets went on a 9-1 run in under two minutes to take a 45-40 lead. Jokić scored or assisted on six of those points. Then the Knicks’ starters returned, and so did the momentum. Towns delivered seven points in a hurry (a driving layup, deep three, and two free throws) while OG Anunoby (20 points, eight boards) added a dunk and attacked the boards. They spuured New York on a 9-0 run and by halftime, our heroes were up, 55-53.

KAT came back in and instantly got to work
pic.twitter.com/AJt6BOfnc4

— Teg (@IQfor3) February 5, 2026

Through the first half, New York outshot Denver 51% to 44% from the field, and 44% to 28% from deep. Both teams committed only six giveaways, and the Knicks held a slight edge in assists (13-11). Denver had won the boards, 25-22.

The third quarter bore a strong resemblance to the second. Towns scored inside and cleaned up misses, but New York struggled to hold the lead. Jokić‘s interior work and timely contributions from Peyton Watson and OAKAAKUYOAK Tim Hardaway Jr., briefly nudging ahead during a stretch when New York missed several threes.

Jokić is on load management after missing a bunch of games not long ago. He played last night and saw limited floor time in the third quarter. Without him, Denver relied on Jonas Valanciunas. Midway through the period, down 70-63, New York put together an Anunoby triple, a Bridges steal, a Clarkson breakaway layup, a Jalen Brunson floater, a Robinson steal, and a Robinson alley-oop for a 9-0 run to inch ahead. That expanded to a 17-4 run, thanks to sustained defensive focus and a pair of Brunson triples. Denver doesn’t have the league’s top offensive rating for nothing, though. Two treys—one from Timmy and another by Julian Strawther—cut the differential to three, but Brunson and Anunoby answered with five points. Knicks up 88-82 heading into the fourth.

The fourth quarter was another see-saw. With a minute left and the score tied at 106, Jokić missed a straight-on, uncontested three-pointer—he shot 1-0f-13 from deep tonight. Towns wrangled the rebound, which Captain Clutch turned into a layup on the other end. With 13 seconds left, Murray drilled a 14-footer to restore the tie. Brunson bricked a jumper with two seconds left, Denver called a timeout, and then Joker’s three-point attempt rattled out to send this game to overtime.

this is a bad, BAD man pic.twitter.com/MkZsBPl9C7

— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) February 5, 2026

In the first bonus frame, Coach Brown was a chessmaster. He smartly switched Robinson and KAT in and out of the game. On one huge play, with a minute to go and the score knotted at 117, Robinson harassed Murray on the perimeter for a shot-clock violation. With the break in the action, KAT subbed back in and scored a layup at the other end. Down by two, Murray missed a 28-footer as the game clock expired for the w—but wait! Agony! Bridges was dinged for a loose-ball foul with 0.3 seconds remaining.

Might be the weakest call in NBA history.

How the hell do you call this? pic.twitter.com/4G7RDuCMm3

— KnicksNation (@KnicksNation) February 5, 2026

Since New York was over the limit, Christian Braun went to the line for two. He made both to deadlock the score at 119. Hence, more bonus basketball!

Towns fouled out in the first overtime. No problem. Captain Clutch was feeling it, and Brunson scored six for New York—including a cold dagger three—to take a four-point lead. Jokić kept missing from downtown, and Murray looked gassed, tripping into a turnover. When Mikal Bridges hit his first triple of the game, with 1:30 left in 2OT, New York was up 130-123. Mitch fouled Jokić on a three, but the big man could barely stand and missed two of this three tries.

Anunoby blew a dunk, and Timmy hit a three, but Brunson’s extraordinary conditioning paid dividends again, as he worked hard to get separation for a floater that restored a five-point advantage. Another puzzling Jokić miss gave the ball back to New York, and Brunson iced it with two free throws. Helluva game for him—42 points, nine assists, eight boards, two steals, 14-of-27 FG, and 5-of-12 3PT.

Quoth sprewellhasmouthstofeed, “Praise the Cap! Great win!”

Jalen Brunson clutch once again! pic.twitter.com/lFpQNHtuCF

— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) February 5, 2026

Up Next​

Here we go! The Knicks head to the Motor City for a rematch with the Pistons. Safe travels, Knickerbockers.

Box Score

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[New York Knicks]

Game Thread: Knicks vs Nuggets, February 4, 2026

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 29: Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks reacts to a call as Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets looks on during their game at Madison Square Garden on January 29, 2025 in New York City. User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The New York Knicks (32*-18) host the Denver Nuggets (33-18) tonight at Madison Square Garden. This game pits the second-place team in the East against the third-place team in the West for a potential playoff preview. Intrigued? During their current (…not five…not six…) seven-game winning streak, New York has clamped down at both ends of the floor. Meanwhile, Denver’s offense remains Grade A sushi, but their defense is imitation crab.

Nikola Jokic is available for Denver after getting kicked in the oysters last night (they lost to Detroit), but Aaron Gordon is sidelined by a hamstring injury. The Knicks list Miles McBride (ankle) and Kevin McCullar, Jr. out, while Mitchell Robinson (ankle), Josh Hart (ankle), and Mohamed Diawara (ankle) are day-to-day. Bonita Applebum, it’s an ankle epidemic!

Game is at 7 PM on MSG Network and ESPN. This is Denver Stiffs. Please do no post any large photos, GIFs, or links to illegal game streams in the comments. Be nice to one another. Go the Knicks!

* Should be one more, but the Cup final doesn’t count.

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Here’s the Knicks roster after the 2026 NBA trade deadline

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - JANUARY 02: Jose Alvarado #15 of the New Orleans Pelicans drives the ball against the Portland Trail Blazers at Smoothie King Center on January 02, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The Knicks made one significant move this week, a multi-asset trade with the New Orleans Pelicans ahead of the deadline. In the deal, they acquired point guard Jose Alvarado—a Brooklynite who’s been on their radar for a while—in exchange for wing/forward Dalen Terry (recently acquired from the Bulls in a Guerschon Yabusele swap), two second-round picks (reportedly 2026 and 2027), and cash considerations.

New York sheds even more payroll with the deal. Terry makes $5.4 million and Alvarado is at $4.5, allowing the Knicks to get into the buyout market even sooner. https://t.co/tPx5XxoClg

— James L. Edwards III (@JLEdwardsIII) February 5, 2026

Not exactly the blockbuster (ahem, Giannis) trade some in Knicksnation wanted, but this was a targeted addition to bolster backcourt depth and defensive energy. The Knicks had long pursued Alvarado due to his tough-as-nails, Lenny Dykstra temperament, and he meets New York’s rotational needs, particularly with Deuce McBride being sidelined potentially for the rest of the season.

Here’s a summary of where things stand for the team after the NBA trade deadline:

What the Knicks acquired:​

Jose Alvarado (5th-year point guard, 6’0″, undrafted in 2021 out of Georgia Tech)

Grand Theft Alvarado has been a high-energy, low-minute rotation player for the Pelicans (career 20 MPG). He brings relentless defensive intensity, quick hands for steals, pesky on-ball pressure, and improved playmaking. This season, his three-point shooting sits around 36% (on 4.7 attempts per game).

He played four seasons at Georgia Tech as a tenacious, defense-first point guard who emerged as a leader. As a senior in 2020–21, he averaged 15.2 points, 4.1 assists, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.7 steals, earning ACC Defensive Player of the Year honors while leading the Yellow Jackets to the ACC Tournament title and an NCAA Tournament appearance.

Undrafted in 2021, Alvarado signed a two-way contract with the New Orleans Pelicans before earning a standard deal. Over four-plus seasons with New Orleans, he has appeared in 268 regular-season games, totaling around 2,170 points, 620 rebounds, 830 assists, 295 steals, and 50 blocks (career averages: 8.1 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 3.1 APG, 1.1 SPG on 41% FG and 35% 3P).

Alvarado’s contract ($4.5M this season) is a solid mid-level deal with one year remaining (player option in 2026-27) that gives the Knicks some cost-controlled depth in the backcourt. GTA is a long-term roster fit under second-apron constraints, providing flexibility for retaining key pieces (e.g., Mitchell Robinson). And from a feel-good angle, this brings home a Brooklyn native with superb energy and defense that Knicks fans are bound to love. Nicely done, Leon.

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What the Knicks sent out:​

Guerschon Yabusele (power forward/center, signed as a free agent in 2025)

Yabusele disappointed heavily in New York. He appeared excessively full of frame at camp (having enjoyed too many croissants in the off-season), played slower and inefficiently, and averaged just 2.7 PPG and 2.1 RPG in 41 games on 39% FG/29% 3PT, with minimal impact. His $5.7M player option for 2026-27 made him a negative asset that blocked other deals for Leon Rose & Co.

Despite our high hopes, Yabu was a non-contributor and, thus, a cap burden. Maybe the problem was that coach Mike Brown stationed the big fella on the perimeter (where he did not shoot well) instead of at the post, putting that Barkley booty to better use. That’s all water over the Millau Viaduct. Jettisoning him clears apron and cap space for offseason retention or moves, avoids a costly buyout or dead money, and proved to be part of a master plan that brought Alvarado back to the Empire State.

The current roster​

Guards

• Jalen Brunson (PG)
• Miles McBride (PG/SG)
• Jordan Clarkson (SG/PG)
• Landry Shamet (SG/SF)
• Jose Alvarado (PG/SG)
• Tyler Kolek (PG)
• Kevin McCullar Jr. (SG/SF)

Wings/Forwards

• OG Anunoby (SF/PF)
• Mikal Bridges (SF/SG)
• Josh Hart (SG/SF)
• Pacôme Dadiet (SF/PF)
• Mohamed Diawara (PF/SF)
• Dillon Jones (SF/PF)

Bigs/Centers

• Karl-Anthony Towns (C/PF)
• Mitchell Robinson (C)
• Ariel Hukporti (C)
• Trey Jemison III (C)

Draft picks remaining​

2026

• 1st Round (Own): Their own unprotected first-round pick.
• 1st Round (via Washington Wizards): Top-8 protected (previously stepped down from higher protections in prior years). If it falls 1-8, it conveys to NYK; if protected (top-8), Washington keeps it, and NYK instead receives Washington’s 2026 and 2027 second-round picks.
• 2nd Round (via Orlando/Detroit/Milwaukee): The least favorable of those three teams’ 2026 second-round picks (a multi-team chain trade involving Boston, Orlando, etc.).

Total for 2026: Up to 2 first-round picks + 2 second-round picks (potentially more if the Wizards’ first is protected).

Beyond 2026

• 2028: Own first-round pick (with complex swap rights involving Brooklyn, Phoenix, Philadelphia, and Washington in some scenarios, but NYK controls their own).
• 2029: No first-round pick (owed to Brooklyn); second-round status unclear/variable.
• 2030: Own first-round pick.
• 2031: No first-round pick (owed to Brooklyn).
• 2032: Own first-round and second-round picks.

Now that the trade dust has settled, how do you feel about what the Knicks’ front office did this week? Who should they target in the buyout market? Air it out below.

Go Knicks.

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Game Preview: Knicks at Pistons, February 6, 2026

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 4: Mitchell Robinson #23 of the New York Knicks dunks the ball during the game against the Denver Nuggets on February 4, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

The Knicks’ win streak is now up to eight games, but it’ll be in serious jeopardy tonight against another formidable opponent. This time, it’s the Detroit Pistons, sitting at 37-13, good enough for tops in the Eastern Conference.

The Knicks are coming off a Wednesday night game that turned into an instant classic, as Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray went back and forth with Jalen Brunson and the rest of the New York cast of characters for a loooong time. Four quarters weren’t enough. Neither was the first overtime. But New York hung in down the stretch, showed a lot of heart, and hung in there for a big-time win to keep their winning streak alive.

were you not entertained!!?

Jalen 42 PTS | 9 AST | 8 REB
KAT 24 PTS | 12 REB
OG 20 PTS | 8 REB | 4 AST
Landry 16 PTS | 3 REB | 2 AST
Mitch 10 PTS | 8 REB pic.twitter.com/eNDfT3AEOs

— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) February 5, 2026

They moved to 33-18, and with the trade deadline the next day, fans and analysts alike were wondering if the front office would tinker with the roster at all with championship rings on their minds. Indeed they did, essentially turning Guerschon Yabusele and two second-round picks into Jose Alvarado.

Just in: The New Orleans Pelicans are trading Jose Alvarado to the New York Knicks, sources tell ESPN. Homecoming for the Pelicans guard. pic.twitter.com/OEG3GVFX05

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 5, 2026

It’s a shame that Yabusele never got his legs underneath him as part of a New York rotation built to win now. Allegedly a prized offseason signing, his leash got shorter and shorter as the season went on, and he never looked truly comfortable on the floor wearing a Knicks jersey. Best of luck to him as he continues his career in Chicago, but his time ran out in the Garden.

Meanwhile, Alvarado is a native New Yorker who will inject energy, intensity, and grit into any roster he’s a part of. He won’t make his debut tonight, but it’ll be exciting to see how he fits into this Knicks squad during the duration of the season.

Similarly, tough news about Miles McBride came out yesterday in accordance with the move for Jose.

BREAKING: Knicks guard Miles “Deuce” McBride will undergo surgery for a core muscle injury & may be out until playoffs, league sources tell me & @FredKatz.

Huge blow but shows why Alvarado was a priority.

McBride has missed last few games with “left ankle injury management”

— James L. Edwards III (@JLEdwardsIII) February 5, 2026

He’ll be sidelined for a good chunk of time, and hopefully return in time for the playoffs. A huge blow for New York.

Meanwhile, all of that to set the stage for tonight… the Knicks keep on winning, they’re retooling, they’re feeling good. What better litmus test than the best team in the East to see how things stack up?

On the other side of things, the Detroit Pistons are back with a vengeance this year. Sitting at 37-13, they may be the biggest threat to the Knicks’ dreams of making it out of the East this year. Before last night, they had won nine of their last eleven. They’re a bit banged up coming into tonight’s matchup, on the second end of a back-to-back with first-time All-Star Jalen Duren and Tobias Harris both questionable to play tonight.

Even still, Cade Cunningham has been playing out of his mind, with Duren, Harris, Ausar Thompson, Duncan Robinson, Isaiah Stewart, and Ron Holland rounding out an incredibly strong core. Jaden Ivey was shipped out at the deadline for Kevin Huerter; otherwise, the roster remained intact. This team is deep.

From 2020 to 2024, the Knicks had won sixteen (!!!) straight games. Since then, the Pistons have rattled off four in a row, including a 121-90 shellacking in Detroit just a few short weeks ago.

Ugly. We’ll see tonight if the Knicks can turn the tide.

Prediction​

The Knicks keep the streak alive. Mikal Bridges wakes up and has a big game offensively. The city rejoices. New York by 5.

Game Details​

Teams: New York Knicks (33-18) vs Phoenix Suns (37-13)
Date: Friday, February 6, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM ET
Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
TV: Prime Video
Follow: @ptknicksblog and bsky

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Pistons 118, Knicks 80: “Do we really need a recap of this game?”

DETROIT, MI - FEBRUARY 6: Ariel Hukporti #55 and Kevin McCullar Jr. #9 of the New York Knicks during the game against the Detroit Pistons on February 6, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

Kinda saw it coming. Four Knicks (33*-19) were listed as OUT at Little Caesars Arena tonight: Karl-Anthony Towns (eye), OG Anunoby (toe), Miles McBride (hernia surgery), and Jose Alvarado (still in transit). Plus Josh Hart was playing, but hindered by a sore ankle. This was not a full-strength squad that came to battle the Conference-leading Detroit Pistons (38-13). Sure a loss seemed possible, but we expected a little better than a 118-80 finish . . . I mean, the Wizards beat Detroit last night, and New York had won eight consecutive games. A 38-point blowout?

YIK asks, “Do we really need a recap of this game?” No. But here you go anyway.

With two starters out, coach Mike Brown fielded a starting lineup of Jalen Brunson (12 PTS, 4-of-20 FG), Mikal Bridges (19 PTS, 7-of-16 FG), Josh Hart (5 PTS, 6 RBS), Mohamed Diawara (4 PTS, 2 RBS), and Mitchell Robinson (4 PTS, 3 RBS). For most of the first quarter, it wasn’t awful. In fact, the period was a low-scoring, tightly fought affair until late.

For Detroit, Cade Cunningham (11 PTS, 7 AST) attacked the rim, hit from deep, and drew fouls, while Paul Reed (12 PTS, 6 RBS) and Isaiah Stewart (15 PTS) dominated down low. The Pistons shot 55% and won the pain 18-4 while the Knicks shot 3-for-12 from deep and attempted zero free throws. It didn’t help that Brunson missed seven of his first eight shots. The Pistons’ defense made his life hell tonight. Bridges kept our heroes afloat with a couple of threes, but a 19-5 Detroit run over the final minutes broke the game open. Heading into the second, the home team was up 28-17.

The second quarter opened with a pair of Robinson alley-oops, but that was it for highlights. Detroit continued to dominate by getting contributions across the lineup, including Cunningham, Tobias Harris, Reed, and Josh Green. Against the short-handed Knicks, J.B. Bickerstaff’s club looked deep. For New York, Bridges was the lone consistent scorer, Jalen Brunson continued to brick (1-of-5 in Q2), and the good guys found themselves on the wrong end of a 63-42 halftime score.

Tyler Kolek lobs it up to Mitchell Robinson for the alley-oop JAM pic.twitter.com/7B6xpKuIka

— Knicks Nation (@KnicksNationCP) February 7, 2026

In the first half, New York shot 35% from the field and 26% from three, while Detroit shot 55% overall and 56% from deep. The latter outscored New York in the paint (26-16) and on the break (11-5). Brunson missed all five three-point attempts, while Hart went 1-for-7 for two points. Bridges was the lone consistent scorer, putting up 15 points on 6-of-11 shooting and hitting three threes; no other Knick had reached double figures.

Detroit blew the game open in the third by staying composed and repeatedly punishing New York’s mistakes. Cunningham and Harris generated clean looks, while Daniss Jenkins (18 PTS) scored from all over to keep piling up the lead. The Knicks missed a run of jumpers—Brunson and Bridges both struggled to convert—and couldn’t string together stops or quality possessions. To make matters worse, Hart tweaked something that sent him to the locker room, ending his night. Another long run by the Pistons put them up 90-60 going into the fourth.

The fourth quarter was garbage time with a scoop of trash on top. Detroit kept padding their lead. Kevin Huerter made his debut as a Piston. Trey Jemison III and Pacome Dadiet got some floor time for New York. What else do you need to know? YIK was right. At one point, the camera caught Jalen and Mikal looking forlorn on the bench. If the camera panned back to show my mug, back at the Binghamton headquarters, surely you would have seen the same expression.

On to the next one, which is . . . ahh, crap. . . .

Up Next​

The hits keep coming for our heroes, with a trip to Boston to battle the Celtics in a Sunday matinee. Safe travels, Knickerbockers.

Box Score

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Knicks Bulletin: ‘Just focused on us’

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - FEBRUARY 06: Daniss Jenkins #24 of the Detroit Pistons celebrates against the New York Knicks during the third quarter at Little Caesars Arena on February 06, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Knicks lost. Pistons won.

No more intro needed.

Here’s the latest.

Knicks blown out in Detroit again

Brunson: Bridges:
4-20 FG 7-16 FG
0-8 three 3 turnovers
-24 -28 pic.twitter.com/oo4M8yYNTX

— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) February 7, 2026

Mike Brown​

On the Pistons’ rise in the East:

“It’s great. They did a good job with it. They obviously drafted well and tried to develop the right pieces. From afar, that’s what it looks like, and when they hired J.B., I just knew it was going to happen because of who he is and his relationships with players and all that other good stuff. So, they’re set up for a long time. With players and with J.B. as their head coach, as young as their players are, they can go on a long, long, long run.”

On the blowout loss in Detroit:

“They kicked our behind, starting with me. We all got our behind kicked. The Pistons are a good defensive team.”

On evaluating regular-season losses:

“I don’t look at regular-season games as a barometer because, come playoffs, it’s a different basketball game. Especially when you talk about a seven-game series. I’ve been with different teams that went to the finals or played deep in the playoffs that lost the season series to teams and still won in the playoffs. I look at it as it’s our next game. It’s very important. These guys handed our lunch to us last time. And so, we need to come fighting. Those are things I’m looking for tonight. I don’t look at it like if we win, hey, we’re going to get them come playoff time. Or if they win, they’re going to get us come playoff time.”

On the excitement of adding Jose Alvarado:

“He just brings a level of toughness to the team, his energy is unmatched. What he can do defensively in the full court and even in the frontcourt on the ball especially on pick-and-rolls and stuff like that, is at a pretty high level. He shoots it better than most people think. We want to play fast and we believe he’s a guy who will come in and push the pace. Get us into our offense and all that other stuff. Because he is quick, he’s got a low center of gravity. Been around for a while, he’ll touch the paint and make others better. We’re a big spray team and he should be good in that area too. So excited to have him.”

Josh Hart hurting; just got back from a sprained left ankle pic.twitter.com/KFT9lI17ZI

— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) February 7, 2026

Jalen Brunson​

On his offensive struggles in Detroit:

“Obviously, I missed a lot of shots. We missed shots as a team, as well.”

On rejecting fatigue as an excuse for the Pistons loss:

“It’s not an excuse for what happened today. They played last night. We had a day off. Obviously, we traveled. But there’s no excuse what happens prior to the game. You got to come here, you got to be professional, you got to do your job. But we just didn’t do our job well enough tonight.”

On Josh Hart’s toughness amid another injury:

“He’s a gamer. He’s going to do whatever he can to help his team win, regardless of how he feels or whatever. It’s just who he is.”

On staying focused despite other teams’ trade-deadline moves:

“Just focused on us.”

Double Ts for Reed & Robinson but only one justified pic.twitter.com/4JjnDVrkDi

— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) February 7, 2026

Karl-Anthony Towns​

On team roles and depth:

“We are a team. This is a team. It is a team of 15 guys who are willing to do whatever it takes to win the game. I don’t want to say I am a starter and he is a backup. That is not right. He could be a starter on any other team. We just have a system that has been working during this winning streak, and we are just trying to maximize everyone’s talent.”

DINK'S GOT WHEELS pic.twitter.com/2RS8tpQuCg

— Westchester Knicks (@wcknicks) February 7, 2026

Tyler Kolek​

On facing more competition after the Alvarado trade:

“There’s always competition in this league. Obviously Deuce is out for a little bit. We’re trying to be a championship-level team so you bring in as much talent as you can. I’m going to compete every single day. He’s going to compete. Everybody on this team is going to compete for minutes. So it’s no slight to anybody.”

On adjusting a new role with Deuce McBride out:

“Try to do the same thing I’ve always been doing. Do whatever the team needs from me, whatever the coach needs from me. When I get in there, change the pace. Get guys the ball.”

On trade deadline stress:

“It was not much. I feel like there wasn’t a lot of talk about myself moving. I feel like that would’ve been a little bit more stressful and more weight on it.”

Grand Theft boutta have The Garden JUMPIN

Ticket & Truth react to José Alvarado’s move to the Knicks. pic.twitter.com/UBc5WpYhT6

— KG: Certified (@kg_certified) February 6, 2026

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Game Thread: Knicks at Pistons, February 6, 2026

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 5: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks dribbles the ball during the game against the Detroit Pistons on January 5, 2026 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

With an eight-game winning streak on the line, the New York Knicks (33*-18) face the Detroit Pistons (37-13) tonight at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. For the good guys, Karl-Anthony Towns is questionable with a right eye laceration, Josh Hart is questionable with a left ankle sprain, OG Anunoby is probable with a right toe soreness, and Miles McBride is out with a left ankle issue. For Detroit, Jalen Duren is day-to-day with right knee soreness and Tobias Harris is day-to-day with left hip soreness.

Tip off is 7:30 p.m. EST on Amazon and MSG. This is your game thread. This is Detroit Bad Boys. Please don’t post large photos, GIFs, or links to illegal streams in the thread. No hair pulling or name calling. And go Knicks!

* Should be one more, but the Cup final doesn’t count.

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