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Knicks, Towns Talks Stall Over $276M Extension
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Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks remain far apart on a contract extension, with Towns saying he wants to stay and help keep the championship core together but finds the team’s proposed pay cut unacceptable. New York is seeking to manage its payroll and avoid the NBA’s second salary-cap apron, complicating negotiations as other key players also approach extension decisions.
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Report: Wembanyama limits U.S. media interviews
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Victor Wembanyama is reportedly limiting U.S. interviews to 60 Minutes as he focuses on the upcoming season after the Spurs’ five-game NBA Finals loss to the Knicks. He has said the defeat brought sleepless nights but that San Antonio remains hopeful and ambitious.
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Hukporti’s Achilles Tear Ends His Season
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Sixers center Ariel Hukporti left Philadelphia’s preseason win over the Knicks after a non-contact right-leg injury, raising concern about a possible Achilles injury; imaging was planned, and no confirmed diagnosis was provided in the reports. His absence would deepen Philadelphia’s center shortage, with Adem Bona, Tacko Fall and Dominick Barlow also sidelined by injuries.
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Knicks teammates roast each other in Brunson SNL monologue
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— Sep 27, 2026
Jalen Brunson hosted SNL's 52nd season premiere and brought Knicks teammates onstage, where Hart needled him over a reported $113 million pay cut.
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Maya Lindstrom
The whole group showing up together made the bit feel like real locker room talk instead of just a scripted sketch.
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NFL Wants Supreme Court To Blow Whistle On Kalshi
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LeBron, Embiid, Maxey sit out 76ers preseason opener
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LeBron James, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey will miss Philadelphia’s preseason opener against the Knicks, with only Jaylen Brown and VJ Edgecombe available among the Sixers’ projected starters. James is managing chronic foot arthritis and lower-back sciatica, while the team has said it wants to balance preseason playing time with rest.
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Dana Whitfield
LeBron managing arthritis and sciatica this early means the Sixers need to be careful with his minutes all year.
Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Knicks Pause Sales for Opener After Mistake Sends Prices Over $1,000
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— Sep 17, 2026
MSG paused Knicks ticket sales for the Oct. 20, 2026 opener after Section 418 seats listed at $1,039.50, citing a pricing mistake and promising refunds and a 12% rollback.
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Elena Vasquez
It's good they fixed the glitch, but $1,000 for upper level seats shows how out of reach these games have become for most fans.
Fantasy Analysts Eye Josh Hart as Knicks Value Pick for 2026-27
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NBA fantasy coverage is highlighting draft values and changing player outlooks, including Josh Hart’s potential value and Onyeka Okongwu’s boosted role after a rookie’s season-ending injury. Other previews examine aging stars’ expected production, league trends such as renewed emphasis on offensive rebounding, and early favorites for Clutch Player of the Year, including Jalen Brunson, Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic.
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Dana Whitfield
Brunson deserves the edge for clutch honors given how often he closes out tight games.
Jalen Brunson Set for SVU Guest Role
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— Sep 16, 2026
Knicks star Jalen Brunson will guest star on Law & Order: SVU Season 28 in the Nov. 5 episode, with the role under wraps and reuniting with Mariska Hargitay. He will also host Saturday Night Live on Sept. 26 as the Knicks prepare for the fall season.
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LeBron James Joins 76ers, Elevating 2027 Title Hopes
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— Sep 18, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers' title odds have risen after trading for Jaylen Brown and signing LeBron James, with observers suggesting LeBron could elevate Embiid's health and consistency, while trade talk persists about Embiid's value to teams like the Clippers. Separately, a new NBA Elo forecast uses dual regular-season and playoff ratings to project outcomes for 2026-27, and recent playoff narratives show Embiid delivering explosive scoring while the Knicks' hustle dictated the series results.
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St. Ansgar Begins Scandinavian Missions
Ansgar travels to Denmark and Sweden as the first northern missionary.
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Jalen Brunson to host SNL season 52 opener with KATSEYE
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— Sep 9, 2026
SNL Season 52 reveals a mix of returners and debuts, kicking off with Knicks star Jalen Brunson hosting and KATSEYE as the musical guest, followed by Dakota Johnson with Turnstile, Shane Gillis with Rosalía, and Inde Navarrette making her hosting debut with Gracie Abrams on Halloween. The announcements confirm a stable yet evolving lineup and the season’s premiere and episodes are scheduled for late September through October.
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Jared Kim
Jalen Brunson hosting the opener feels like a solid Knicks tie-in for the season start.
Fans Blame Knicks Loss on ‘Trump Curse’
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— Jun 9, 2026
New York Knicks fans are calling it the “Trump curse.” The phrase was coined after the Knicks lost to the San Antonio Spurs Monday evening in Game 3 of the NBA Finals — a game attended by President Donald Trump. The…
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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish
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The foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.
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Knicks Sweep Sparks Wild NYC Celebration
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— May 26, 2026
New York exploded into celebration Monday night after the New York Knicks punched their ticket to the NBA Finals for the first time in nearly three decades, sending fans flooding into the streets around Madison Square…
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Trump Congratulates Knicks on NBA Championship
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— Jun 14, 2026
President Donald Trump, an ardent New York Knicks fan, congratulated the team on taking home the NBA championship Saturday. Trump posted his remarks on Truth Social and gave a special shoutout to team owner James Dolan…
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Trump Fires Back After Stephen A. Smith Blames Him for Knicks Loss
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— Jun 9, 2026
President Donald Trump didn’t let Stephen A. Smith’s pregame comments go unanswered after the ESPN personality jokingly suggested he would hold the president responsible if the New York Knicks lost Game 3 of the NBA…
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Ben Stiller Strolls Past Overdosing Homeless Guy On Way To Front Row Knicks Seats
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— Jun 11, 2026
Left-wing actor Ben Stiller is facing hypocrisy accusations after walking past a homeless man as if he did not exist outside the New York Knicks game on Wednesday. A video posted to X by WABC lead sports anchor Ryan…
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Can you actually read a map?
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Fifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.
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Towns-Woods Malibu Wedding Aug 15, 2026
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— Aug 15, 2026
Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns married Jordyn Woods in a star-studded Malibu ceremony with a guest list that included Knicks teammates and numerous celebrities. The high-profile wedding followed Towns’ championship run and drew attention from Hollywood and NBA circles alike.
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Knicks Star Brunson Rejects ‘King of New York’ Title
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— Sep 2, 2026
Jalen Brunson continues to reject the self-proclaimed “King of New York” label, even as he led the Knicks to their first championship in 53 years and earned Finals MVP, with the city and officials publicly embracing the nickname around the historic run. Fans and media highlight his impact and humility, while Brunson credits his support system for staying grounded amid New York’s adoration.
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Bus arson in Times Square during Knicks celebration
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— Jul 20, 2026
Jonathan Strahs, 30, was arrested and charged with federal arson for allegedly setting a charter bus ablaze in Times Square amid chaotic Knicks championship celebrations; the bus was part of a World Cup shuttle convoy, and a multi-agency investigation led to the arrest after reviewing surveillance footage. FDNY, NYPD, and ATF described the incident as dangerous to bystanders and responders, with authorities coordinating for the safety of New Yorkers.
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LeBron Debuts with 76ers in Oct Opener vs Knicks
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— Aug 11, 2026
LeBron James’ move to the Philadelphia 76ers makes the team a marquee national draw for the 2026-27 season, featuring high-profile early matchups against the Cavaliers and Knicks and a showcase on opening night and Christmas Day. The Cavaliers and other league contenders react to the upheaval, with questions surrounding James’ impact, Harden’s contract status, and the evolving rosters as the league leans into the Sixers’ star power on a packed schedule.
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Trump’s Midterm-Timed Diesel Order Hits Roadblock
President Donald Trump wants to give truckers a break at the diesel pump amid soaring wartime prices — but fuel companies appear to be afraid they will be left footing the bill.
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Sixers 2026-27 Schedule Highlights
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— Aug 10, 2026
The New York Knicks celebrated their first NBA title in 53 years with a victory parade led by Jalen Brunson, while opening-night will feature a championship banner-raising and a star-studded Knicks-76ers game on NBC. The NBA unveiled a triple-header start to the season on NBC/Peacock, outlined Christmas and opening-week games, highlighted LeBron James’ move to the 76ers as a schedule-inflecting factor, and included analyses of East contenders like the Heat.
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ESPN Analyst Calls Out Taylor Swift for Being at Knicks Game
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— Jun 11, 2026
All singer Taylor Swift could do was “Shake it Off.” That’s because she was called out for being at Madison Square Garden during Game 4 of the NBA Finals Wednesday night. ESPN analyst Monica McNutt was not impressed to…
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Trump Draws Cheers, Boos at Historic Finals Appearance
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— Jun 8, 2026
President Donald Trump drew both cheers and boos Monday night when he attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden to watch his hometown New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs. According to the New…
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ESPN Forced To Apologize After Viewers Spot Big Problem With Statue of Liberty Footage During NBA Playoff Game
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— May 1, 2023
One of the NBA’s more understated rivalries of the late- 1990s involved Patrick Ewing and the New York Knicks going to battle against Alonzo Mourning and the Miami Heat. ESPN and ABC might think it’s still the 1990s —…
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Former NBA Star Aims to Get NYC 10 Million Masks Amid Coronavirus Crisis
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— Mar 30, 2020
Former New York Knicks star Stephon Marbury wants to chip in and help New York City obtain the items they need to combat the coronavirus. Marbury conducted an interview with New York Post on Sunday from his home in…
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Cartel Lieutenant’s Capture Could Provide New Links to Former Mexican President’s Son
Ildefonso Ortiz and Brandon Darby · 4 min · 3h
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