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Let the rivalry begin: Can Lebron-Durant compare to Bird-Magic?

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Since LeBron James took his talents to South Beach and Kevin Durant proved himself as the NBA’s most dangerous offensive weapon, we’ve wanted nothing more than the inevitable NBA Finals matchup pitting these two against each other.  Now that it’s finally here, don’t expect this to be a one-time confrontation.  In reality, this LeBron v. Durant championship showdown—a preview of … [Read more...] about Let the rivalry begin: Can Lebron-Durant compare to Bird-Magic?

Jeremy Lin book set to drop later this month

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A new book about basketball phenomenon Jeremy Lin and his success on the court and in life will be published March 26, just 53 days after his stunning debut on February 4th as the New York Knicks' newest superstar. McGraw-Hill is rushing "WIN LIKE LIN: Finding Your Inner Linsanity on the Way to Breakout Success" to press to meet the insatiable appetite of fans around the … [Read more...] about Jeremy Lin book set to drop later this month

Deron Williams schools Jeremy Lin by dropping 38 on him

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Deron Williams made a statement with his game. He said "welcome to the big boy table Jeremy Lin, this is how we do it here." Or maybe "I'm getting sick of hearing about Linsanity, let's silence it." The New York Knicks lost for the second time in the Lin era falling to the rival New Jersey Nets 100-92. Williams scored a season high 38, with eight 3s and 6 assists, absolutely … [Read more...] about Deron Williams schools Jeremy Lin by dropping 38 on him

Chinese celebrating Knicks’ Jeremy Lin as their own; spiting Taiwan

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Who knew the underdog story of a star basketball player in America would parallel political strife in the Far East? And that he would become yet another point of disagreement between a world power and a fledgling separatist state? Jeremy Lin is the feel good story for the NBA and America at large. The underdog story of a Taiwanese-American and Harvard graduate who had no D-1 … [Read more...] about Chinese celebrating Knicks’ Jeremy Lin as their own; spiting Taiwan

Taiwan embracing NY Knicks Jeremy Lin as one of their own

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Jeremy Lin is the feel good story for the NBA and America at large. The underdog story of a Taiwanese-American and Harvard graduate who had no D-1 offers and went undrafted is dominating sports media right now. Lin had 38 points versus Kobe Bryant and the New York Knicks. The legend grew. Then he hit a buzzer-beating, game winning three-pointer versus the Toronto Raptors … [Read more...] about Taiwan embracing NY Knicks Jeremy Lin as one of their own

NBA Free Agent Signings: Chandler, Young, Cook, Thornton

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Our resident NBA nerd David Kay is on vacation this week; in a much warmer place. However, being out of the country hasn't stopped him from being on top of the news. He's got a lot to say on what's been going on with the league this week. New York Knicks sign C Tyson Chandler to 4-year, $58 million contract The Knicks land one of the most coveted free agents and add a true … [Read more...] about NBA Free Agent Signings: Chandler, Young, Cook, Thornton

Knicks and Nets Ticket Holders Seek Refund, Protest NBA Lockout!

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The spirit of Occupy Wall St. moves up to midtown tomorrow. The NBA lockout is alienating people left and right. If this continues, they'll keep losing fans en masse all the way to next season. If there's a season. New York state Senator Malcolm A. Smith (D- 14th district) will join New York Knicks and New Jersey Nets fans and season ticketholders tomorrow, Wednesday … [Read more...] about Knicks and Nets Ticket Holders Seek Refund, Protest NBA Lockout!

New York Knicks, Rangers Tickets to see Huge Spike

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The price of success is heavy if you’re a New York Knicks fan. With a place in the post-season looking likely for the first time in seven years, the decision to raise season ticket prices does seem reasonable. But a 49% average hike is surely a bit extreme. That’s what Madison Square Garden Inc, which owns the Knicks and MSG, will be asking fans of the basketball side to … [Read more...] about New York Knicks, Rangers Tickets to see Huge Spike

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