Knicks survive Cam Thomas' 41-point game, finish sweep of Nets with 111-107 win
A strong start by the Nets against the Knicks at Madison Square Garden ultimately couldn't be sustained, reflecting their overall season performance. [ more ]
Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, Mikal Bridges sit courtside to watch alma mater Villanova play St. John's
Former Villanova players Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Mikal Bridges attended a basketball game between Villanova and St. John's at Madison Square Garden.
The Knicks' recent victory over the Nets turned Barclays Center into a Knicks home game, which Mikal Bridges expressed disappointment in. [ more ]
Reggie Miller will revisit Madison Square Garden for a game after 29 years, expecting a hostile environment despite patching things up with Spike Lee. [ more ]
Knicks grab the momentum in the fourth quarter and run away from the Nets, 105-93
Kevin Ollie drew on his fond memories of MSG for motivation. The Knicks outperformed the Nets, winning their 42nd game of the season.
The Knicks dominated the fourth quarter, outscoring the Nets and capitalizing on second-chance rebounds. Ollie emphasized the importance of controlling small details to stay competitive. [ more ]
Charles Oakley refuses to return to Madison Square Garden as long as he has a lawsuit against the team owner and wants an apology for the past incident. [ more ]
Maggie Rogers adds 2nd Madison Square Garden show to tour (BV Presale)
Maggie Rogers announces additional NYC show on October 20 at MSG as part of her fall tour, tickets available on BrooklynVegan Presale with code BKVEGAN. [ more ]
Brian Eno and Fred Again.. announce collaborative album Secret Life
Brian Eno and Fred Again.. have cooked up a collaborative album called Secret Life that's arriving this Friday, May 5th via Four Tet 's Text Records.Four Tet announced Secret Life on social media, calling it "the most beautiful album of 2023."The project will be available on CD and vinyl.
Henrik Lundqvist to debut documentary titled 'Open Heart' at Tribeca Film Festival
Henrik Lundqvist spent last season as one of NHL on TNT's TV analysts, but now with the season over he's making the jump to film.The future Hall-of-Famer stars in , a documentary following Lundqvist after a heart condition forced him to hang up his skates in 2021.The documentary will premiere on Thursday night as part of the Tribeca Film Festival, with additional showings on Saturday and Sunday.
Kiss star Gene Simmons calls for return of NI government
Kiss star Gene Simmons has called for the return of the Stormont government, and spoken of his desire to meet the Taoiseach.The singer and bassist, who is in the UK for the band's End Of The Road tour, visited the House of Commons on Wednesday as a guest of DUP MP Ian Paisley (North Antrim).The rock star received a private tour before making his first trip into the Commons chamber.
NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Final set to take over South Florida for 4 nights
MIAMI (AP) - Four games, four nights, two titles at stake.South Florida is getting ready for an epic run of finals games.Wednesday's NBA Finals game in Miami between the Heat and Denver Nuggets starts a stretch of four consecutive days of either NBA or NHL title matchup contests in South Florida.The Florida Panthers are home for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday, followed by Game 4 of Heat-Nuggets on Friday and Game 4 of Panthers-Golden Knights on Saturday.
Claressa Shields Sets Aside Friendship in Goal of Dominating Her Sport
The first time Claressa Shields and Maricela Cornejo went head-to-head, they co-starred in a YouTube video.When it hit the internet in 2019, Shields was already a two-time Olympic gold medalist with several professional titles, including the undisputed middleweight championship.Cornejo was a seven-year veteran, but still building an online brand that encompassed boxing, fashion, fitness and self-help.
Billy Joel Will End Madison Square Garden Residency in 2024
In December 1978, Billy Joel headlined Madison Square Garden for the first time, playing three shows on the tour for his first No. 1 album, 52nd Street.Dozens more performances followed there over the years, and in January 2014, Joel began a monthly residency as the Garden's first music franchise.Now the monthly gig is coming to an end.
Alan Menken on The Little Mermaid' and the Mixed Blessing of Disney Fame
Alan Menken composed the musical versions of Little Shop of Horrors and A Bronx Tale, but he is at peace with being known as a Disney composer.Mostly.One of the areas where it got to me you go to the Alan Menken Pandora station, and it's all these little Disney tunes, and I go, What is that?' Menken said.
The Idol' Season 1, Episode 2 Recap: A Human Moment
One way Hollywood likes to show a woman in crisis is via her battered feet.It's a hallmark of ballerina media, like Black Swan.Bloodied toes are an example of a performer pushing herself to the brink.She can barely stand but she wants to keep going.Episode 2 of The Idol offers up one of these moments.
The Humble Sticky Pad' Keeping N.B.A. Sneakers on the Court
Gabe Vincent and Max Strus of the Miami Heat sat in their side-by-side lockers at Madison Square Garden an hour before a game against the Knicks.Strus was eating vegetables and rice, and Vincent was changing into his uniform after practicing shots.But Vincent paused when he overheard Strus talking about wiping the bottoms of his shoes with the palm of his hands.
The Humble Sticky Pad' Keeping N.B.A. Sneakers on the Court
Gabe Vincent and Max Strus of the Miami Heat sat in their side-by-side lockers at Madison Square Garden an hour before a game against the Knicks.Strus was eating vegetables and rice, and Vincent was changing into his uniform after practicing shots.But Vincent paused when he overheard Strus talking about wiping the bottoms of his shoes with the palm of his hands.
The Humble Sticky Pad' Keeping N.B.A. Sneakers on the Court
Gabe Vincent and Max Strus of the Miami Heat sat in their side-by-side lockers at Madison Square Garden an hour before a game against the Knicks.Strus was eating vegetables and rice, and Vincent was changing into his uniform after practicing shots.But Vincent paused when he overheard Strus talking about wiping the bottoms of his shoes with the palm of his hands.
Wrestling's 'Superstar' Billy Graham, the template for Hulk Hogan, dies at 79
"I lift barbell plates.I eat T-bone steaks.I'm sweeter than a German chocolate cake.How much more of me can you take?"When you discuss the hyperbolized figures in pro wrestling history, "Superstar" Billy Graham has to be in the conversation.He was supposed to be a reviled rulebreaker, but after hearing him talk, fans never truly reviled him.
Miami Heat survive Game 6 vs Knicks, advance to Eastern Conference finals
Erik Spoelstra, following the Miami Heat's close-out win over the New York Knicks on Friday, walked into the postgame press conference with a styrofoam cup in hand.He declined to say what was in it, but you can probably guess.If it was an alcoholic beverage, it was well deserved after a hard-fought series against the Knicks.
Se acabo el entusiasmo por los deportes electronicos?
Hace seis anos, Madison Square Garden Company, un grupo empresarial que incluye a James Dolan, propietario de los Knicks y los Rangers, equipos de Nueva York, anuncio su entrada triunfal en la proxima frontera del deporte: una liga profesional de videojuegos.Los inversionistas neoyorquinos destinaron mas de 10 millones de dolares a comprar una participacion accionaria mayoritaria en Counter Logic Gaming, un equipo de deportes electronicos, y declararon que jugar videojuegos de manera profesional ahora se encuentra al borde de un cambio enorme, que creemos que tiene el potencial de generar un crecimiento significativo.
Next NHL Stadium Series in the NYC Area Will be Better Than the Last
A few months ago, it began to be rumored that MetLife Stadium would host an NHL Stadium Series game in the 2023-2024 NHL season.MetLife Stadium is home to the New York Giants and New York Jets of the NFL, but infamously actually located just across the Hudson River in New Jersey.The New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils were the two most likely teams to play in any potential outdoor game there.
Jets season might have already peaked with Sauce Gardner, Jessica Alba
New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner was teased by Aaron Rodgers for not knowing Jessica Alba, and the actress chimed in on Twitter.Quarterback Aaron Rodgers has made trips to Madison Square Garden as a near frequent destination since being traded to the New York Jets.He was spotted at a Rangers and Knicks playoff games with running back Breece Hall and wide receiver Allen Lazard.
Sauce Gardner won't ever forget Jessica Alba now after latest equipment gift
Jets star cornerback Sauce Gardner got shafted for not knowing Jessica Alba's name.Now, all he has to do is look down.New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner can look like Mr. Fantastic at times, stretching and contorting his body to swat away deep balls and pick off passes.Whereas the real Mr. Fantastic was hopelessly in love with Storm, Gardner had no idea who she was - the actress who played her, that is.
Analysts' excuse for Knicks loss to Heat may be a new low
After the Miami Heat's up-and-down regular season, it be can difficult to explain the team's turnaround this postseason.Not long ago, this team was a fourth-quarter comeback away from losing to the Chicago Bulls in the play-in tournament and being eliminated from the playoffs entirely.Now the Heat have lost just two games through two rounds and enter Wednesday night's Game 5 against the New York Knicks a win away from returning to the Eastern Conference finals.
NY Rangers dismiss Jim Ramsay, Athletic Trainer since 1994 - Blue Seat Blogs
NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 20: The New York Rangers Head Athletic Trainer Jim Ramsay tends to Mika Zibanejad #93 after he injures his leg during the game against the Florida Panthers at Madison Square Garden on November 20, 2016 in New York City.The Florida Panthers won 3-2 in a shootout.(Photo by Jared Silber/NHLI via Getty Images)In a bit of a surprise move, the Rangers have dismissed Jim Ramsay, their Head Athletic Trainer since 1994.
The Washington Wizards may be in position to trade for Julius Randle
The New York Knicks' loss to the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Semifinals was devasting for the New York fanbase.What really stood out like a sore thumb was the performance from Julius Randle, who was supposed to be their main offensive option instead of Jalen Brunson.His average of 16 points per game in the playoffs this year was horrendous but what really did it was his choke-job in the must-win Game 6.
The Knicks 2022-23 season by the numbers: Where did it go wrong or right? | amNewYork
By Eric Samulski Posted on May 14, 2023 Jalen Brunson (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II) Sign up for our amNY Sports email newsletter to get insights and game coverage for your favorite teams The Knicks season is over following their 96-92 loss to the Miami Heat in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
FanDuel promo code for Friday NBA games unlocks $150 bonus no matter what | amNewYork
Note: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links, Schneps Media may earn a commission.By Russ Joy Posted on May 12, 2023 Photo credit: Craig Dudek Friday's slate of NBA Playoffs games features two huge matchups with potential eliminations.If you plan on betting on either the Knicks-Heat or the Warriors-Lakers game, you can secure $150 in guaranteed bonus bets by clicking here to apply our FanDuel promo code.
Observations from the Miami Heat's win over the Knicks to take 3-1 lead in the series
The Miami Heat defeated the New York Knicks, 109-101, to take a 3-1 lead in the series.They are one win away from returning to the Eastern Conference finals.Here's what you need to know:
Bam Adebayo, Jimmy Butler and Max Strus combined to score 66 of Miami's 109 points.The Heat shot 43.3% from 3-point range through the first three quarters, but then went the entire fourth quarter without making a 3-pointer and still won.
Knicks rally to steal a 111-105 win over Miami to tie the series 1-1 | amNewYork
Despite playing a Miami team without its star forward Jimmy Butler, the Knicks needed every second to escape with a 111-105 win at Madison Square Garden to tie the series at one game apiece before heading to Miami.With Butler out and both Julius Randle and Jalen Brunson cleared to play for New York, it seemed like the Knicks had a good shot to even the series before traveling down South, but nobody told the Heat, who played like a team with no pressure and nothing to lose, moving the ball with confidence and matching the Knicks' usual physicality, often simply being the aggressor themselves.
Should the Knicks move on from Tom Thibodeau? | amNewYork
The Knicks are coming off their best season since 2012 and their second-best season since the turn of the century, so it feels like an odd time to question whether or not they should fire their coach, but if this team wants to take the next step towards being a championship contender, it might be the right call.
Five things Chris Drury should do this offseason - Blue Seat Blogs
Offseason State of the Rangers
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 28: General Manager Chris Drury of the New York Rangers speaks during a press conference prior to the jersey retirement ceremony for Henrik Lundqvist taking place before the game between the New York Rangers and Minnesota Wild at Madison Square Garden on January 28, 2022 in New York City.
Jimmy Butler says he's ready to play 48 minutes in Game 6: 'I'll be suited and booted'
Game 6 isn't a must-win, but the Miami Heat would prefer to avoid a Game 7 scenario in New York if they can help it.So while this team isn't desperate to close out the Knicks on Friday at Kaseya Center, it could be a game in which they exhaust all of their options, including playing Jimmy Butler for the full 48 minutes.
Nick Friedell, ESPN Staff WriterMay 9, 2023, 12:21 AM ET
CloseNick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago.Friedell is a graduate of the S.I.Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.comfor its launch in April 2009.MIAMI -- As the New York Knicks stand on the brink of elimination after a 109-101 loss to the Miami Heat in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals Monday night, All-Star forward Julius Randle voiced his thoughts about his team's collective mindset that shows just how far New York's confidence has fallen over the last week.
Knicks forward Julius Randle is not expected to play Sunday in Game 1 of New York's Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Heat because of a sprained left ankle, sources tell ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.The Knicks have officially listed Randle as a game-time decision, and coach Tom Thibodeau had previously said he was hopeful the two-time All-Star would be available for the series opener.
The Miami Heat have a chance to beat the New York Knicks and advance to the Eastern Conference finals in tonight's Game 5 at Madison Square Garden.The All U Can Heat team got together to answer five burning questions ahead of the game.Below, our writers discuss what has impressed them about this Heat run, their expectations for the game, and log their predictions.
CloseNick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago.Friedell is a graduate of the S.I.Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.comfor its launch in April 2009.NEW YORK -- Jalen Brunson said he was feeling the weight of expectations as he struggled to find any rhythm at the start of Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden.
Knicks-Heat broadcast shows New York City stock footage with Twin Towers; ESPN apologizes
During its New York Knicks-Miami Heat Game 1 coverage on Sunday afternoon, ABC appeared to show stock footage of New York City that showed the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in the background with the Statue of Liberty.The game was at halftime, and after a report, the broadcast cut to an image of New York City with the Statue of Liberty at the forefront, but the Twin Towers appear to be in the background of the shot.