Knicks Morning News (2019.04.23)

  • [SNY Knicks] How David Fizdale feels about expectations for the Knicks entering NBA free agency
    (Monday, April 22, 2019 5:05:11 PM)

    The expectations could not be higher for the Knicks as they enter free agency this summer, having bottomed out during the 2018-19 season. But what if things don’t work out as hoped?

  • [SNY Knicks] Latest on pending free agent Kevin Durant: KD, not media, will break news on where he signs
    (Monday, April 22, 2019 11:26:52 AM)

    Warriors star Kevin Durant can be a free agent after the season, and the idea that he could team up with fellow free agent Kyrie Irving on the Knicks this summer has picked up steam since the Kristaps Porzingis trade cleared two max slots for New York. Here are the latest rumors…

  • [NYTimes] The Nets’ Joe Tsai Is Fined $35,000 for a Tweet About Officiating
    (Tuesday, April 23, 2019 12:37:35 AM)

    Tsai, a part owner of the team, posted support for General Manager Sean Marks, who was suspended a game without pay and fined $25,000 for entering the referees’ locker room after Saturday’s loss.

  • [NYTimes] W.N.B.A. Games to Air on CBS Sports Network in New Deal
    (Monday, April 22, 2019 10:21:07 PM)

    The league recently unveiled a new logo and color scheme, and made clear that they reflected heightened ambitions. But growth in its TV audience has so far has been modest.

  • [NYTimes] On Pro Basketball: Trail Blazers Push the Thunder to the Brink
    (Monday, April 22, 2019 3:54:20 PM)

    Eager to atone for last season’s playoff failure, Portland has come together and found its rhythm and taken a 3-1 lead against Russell Westbrook and Oklahoma City.