Linsanity flooded the sports world this past NBA season as Jeremy Lin brought a fresh of breath air to the New York Knicks franchise. At the top of the Knicks’ off-season questions; will they be able to re-sign Lin and build off their strong play late in the year? … [Read more...] about Will the New York Knicks be able to re-sign Jeremy Lin?
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Applying the Allan Houston Rule to NBA Atlantic Division Teams in 2011
One of the topics expected to be discussed during the pending NBA Lockout is the possible revival of The Allan Houston Rule. When a new CBA was agreed upon in 2005, it allowed NBA teams a one time opportunity to waive a player and not have his contract count against the luxury tax teams have to pay if their team salary exceeds a pre-determined amount set by the league. The … [Read more...] about Applying the Allan Houston Rule to NBA Atlantic Division Teams in 2011
New York Knicks Must Follow Miami Heat Blueprint
Like we are currently seeing in the NFL, the 2011 NBA off-season is up in the air with a lockout looming. Free agency could be delayed and completely restructured depending on the new agreement reached by the owners and players. Still, The Sports Bank continues to break down all thirty NBA teams to see what areas they need to address in the off-season. The New York Knicks … [Read more...] about New York Knicks Must Follow Miami Heat Blueprint
Knicks Land Amare; Who’s Next?
In an off-season where most of the major free agents have stayed home so far, Amare Stoudemire and the Knicks agreed on a five-year, $100 million deal. New York has landed one of the top tier players available, but who will be joining Stoudemire in the Big Apple? By: David Kay … [Read more...] about Knicks Land Amare; Who’s Next?
Real Season Begins NOW for New York Knicks
By: David Kay As expected, it was another rough year for the Knicks franchise as they suffered through their ninth straight losing season. However, it was almost accepted by their front office and fan base as the true season for the Knicks begins on July 1st when the NBA free agency period begins. Every single move the Knicks have made post-Isaiah Thomas has been geared … [Read more...] about Real Season Begins NOW for New York Knicks
Knicks Clear Major Cap Space, Look like Major Players this Summer
By: David Kay Rockets Get: SG Kevin Martin, C Hilton Armstrong, PF Jordan Hill, F Jared Jeffries, Knicks 2012 1st round pick (top-5 protected), Right to swap 1st round pick with Knicks in 2011 (top 1 protected) Kings Get: PF Carl Landry, PF Joey Dorsey, SG Larry Hughes Knicks Get: G/F Tracy McGrady, PG Sergio Rodriguez … [Read more...] about Knicks Clear Major Cap Space, Look like Major Players this Summer