Showing posts with label Julius Randle. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Julius Randle. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Bucks Rout Knicks: Randle's 41 Points Not Enough to Halt Milwaukee's Domination

 



In a stunning display of offensive prowess, the Milwaukee Bucks handed the New York Knicks a resounding defeat last night, securing their spot in the NBA In-Season tournament semifinals. The final score, Bucks 146 - Knicks 122, told the story of a game that slipped away from the Knicks' grasp.

Despite a commendable 41-point performance from Julius Randle, the Bucks' well-rounded scoring and precision shooting proved insurmountable for the home team. Milwaukee shot an astounding 60% from beyond the arc, connecting on 23 three-pointers—a tally that matched the total number of attempted threes by the Knicks.

The dynamic duo of Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo combined forces to contribute 63 points, showcasing a level of skill and coordination that the Knicks struggled to contain. The game remained competitive in the first half, but as the third quarter unfolded, the Bucks asserted their dominance, leaving the Knicks in their wake.

Perhaps adding insult to injury, Randle's off-court choice of packing for Vegas drew attention, with the narrative suggesting a misplaced focus. The Knicks star now faces the daunting task of returning to New York with one more bag—an unfortunate reminder of the defeat suffered in Milwaukee.

Defensively, the Knicks experienced a nightmarish outing, conceding the most points in a game since 1979. This performance underscores the challenges facing the team, particularly in a competitive Eastern Conference boasting three championship-caliber squads—of which, as last night's game demonstrated, the Knicks are not currently among.

Statistical anomalies further highlighted the defensive struggles, as the Knicks allowed at least 37 points in one of the first three quarters of a game—a dubious distinction not witnessed in the league since 1969. The Bucks' front court dominance in the paint left the Knicks scrambling, unable to convert contested jump shots.

As the Bucks march on in the tournament, the Knicks are left to regroup, analyze their shortcomings, and address the defensive vulnerabilities that allowed this defeat. With lessons to be learned, the Knicks must look forward, understanding that improvement is the key to navigating the challenges of a competitive NBA season.

Friday, November 3, 2023

Knicks Fall Short Against Milwaukee Bucks: A Tough Night for New York


 Ladies and gentlemen, I gotta keep it real with you. The New York Knicks had a tough night in Milwaukee. A real tough night, and we need to talk about it.

First and foremost, let's give credit where it's due. Jalen Brunson, the young man leading the charge for the Knicks, dropped a whopping 45 points tonight. That's right, 45 points! The determination, the grit, and the sheer willpower he displayed out there on the court were nothing short of phenomenal. He was a one-man army, putting the team on his back, trying to will them to victory.

But here's the painful part, folks: as incredible as Brunson was, it just wasn't enough. You heard me right; 45 points from Jalen Brunson couldn't get the Knicks over the hump. And that's where the problems start.

Julius Randle, the Knicks' star forward, well, he had one of those nights we wish we could forget. Scoring only 16 points is far from what we've come to expect from Randle. We need him to be the go-to guy, the one who can take over games when it counts. Unfortunately, that didn't happen tonight.

Now, let's talk about Mitchell Robinson, the big man in the paint. Zero points. A big, fat goose egg in the scoring column. Robinson's known for his defensive prowess, his shot-blocking ability, but when you're contributing nothing on the offensive end, it's a problem, folks. The Knicks need more from him, plain and simple.

And then there's RJ Barrett. The Knicks' future, the young star who's been making a name for himself in this league. But guess what, ladies and gentlemen? RJ Barrett wasn't on the court tonight. He was sidelined, and his absence was felt. Barrett's scoring ability, his tenacity on defense, all of that was sorely missed. It's a tough pill to swallow when you think about what could have been if he'd been out there with the team.

Now, let's not forget the Milwaukee Bucks and their superstar, Damion Lillard. Lillard, the man known for his scoring prowess, dropped 30 points tonight. He was the difference-maker for the Bucks, and his performance helped secure the win. Lillard's ability to take over games can't be underestimated, and he did just that against the Knicks.

So, what does all of this mean for the New York Knicks? Well, it's a tough loss, no doubt about it. The season is long, and there will be highs and lows. But this game, my friends, was a low point. It's a reminder that even with the potential this team has, there are challenges to overcome.

The New York Knicks can forget about that New in-season tournament cup for now. It's not happening. They've got to focus on getting better, finding their rhythm, and working as a cohesive unit. This loss stings, but it's not the end of the world. There's a lot of basketball left to be played.

In the world of professional basketball, you win some, you lose some. Tonight, the Knicks came up short despite Jalen Brunson's extraordinary effort. Randle struggled, Robinson couldn't find the basket, and Barrett's absence was glaring. Damion Lillard led the Bucks to victory, and the Knicks have some work to do.

It's a long season, will regroup and learn from this tough night? We'll see, but I wouldn't bet the house on it.

Knicks lose again, Bucks 110 - Knicks 105

Saturday, October 28, 2023

Knicks' Nightmare in New Orleans: A Loss to the Pelicans They'll Want to Forget

 


Well, well, well, ladies and gentlemen, I hope you're all sitting down, because I've got a story for you tonight that's juicier than a prime cut steak! The New York Knicks, the pride and joy of the Big Apple, took a trip down to the bayou to face the New Orleans Pelicans, and let me tell you, it was a night to forget for all the Knicks faithful out there.

 So, let's set the stage, shall we? End of the 1st half, and what do we have on our hands? A whopping 55-37 lead for the Pelicans! That's right, folks, the Knicks looked about as lost as a cat in a dog show out there. The Pelicans were soaring high, while the Knicks were sinking like a lead balloon. It was a sight to behold, that's for sure.

 Now, let's talk about the Pelicans' performance, because, boy, did they come to play! Not one, not two, but three Pelicans had double-digit scoring by halftime. It was like a buffet of points for them, and the Knicks were serving them up on a silver platter. I mean, you've got to give credit where it's due, and the Pelicans were clicking on all cylinders.

 But hold on, it gets better! Julius Randle, the supposed cornerstone of the Knicks, was out there in the first half shooting a scorching 2-8 from the field with more turnovers than a bakery on a busy morning. I mean, come on, Randle, you're supposed to be the man! But on this night, he was more like the Invisible Man. It was a rough night for him, to say the least.

 And let's not forget the icing on the cake of that first half – the Knicks had more turnovers than assists! That's right, folks, it was a turnover fiesta out there, and the Pelicans were more than happy to capitalize on those mistakes. It's like the Knicks were playing a game of hot potato with the basketball, and they couldn't wait to get rid of it.

 Now, fast-forward to the final score, and it's not pretty, not pretty at all. The Knicks lost to the Pelicans, and it's not even a close game. The final score reads 87-96, and let me tell you, aside from outstanding games from RJ Barrett and Mitchell Robinson, no one else bothered to show up. It was like a two-man show in a one-ring circus.

 But hey, let's give credit where it's due. RJ Barrett and Mitchell Robinson brought their A-game, and they deserve a standing ovation. They were like the lone warriors fighting a battle on their own, but alas, their efforts fell short.

 So, there you have it, folks. The Knicks took a trip to the bayou, and they got served a gumbo of disappointment by the Pelicans. The end of the 1st half looked like a horror show, turnovers were raining like confetti, and Randle was having a night to forget. But hey, there's always tomorrow, and as a Knicks fan, you've got to believe that the sun will shine again on Madison Square Garden. Until then, let's just hope the Knicks can get their act together because nights like this one, well, they're just hard to stomach.

Knicks Lose Again, Pelicans 96 - Knicks 87.


Thursday, October 26, 2023

Knicks' Season Opener Fiasco: Celtics Secure 108-104 Victory


In a rather disappointing start to the season, the New York Knicks fell to the Boston Celtics with a final score of 108-104. The game was filled with ups and downs, but ultimately, the Celtics outshone the Knicks in a variety of ways.

The Celtics' dynamic duo of Kristaps Porzingis and Jayson Tatum outplayed the Knicks' Brunson and Randall. Porzingis, the former Knick, returned to Madison Square Garden with a vengeance, reminding New York fans of his undeniable talent.

It was a bittersweet moment for Knicks fans as they watched Porzingis excel in his return to the Garden. The Latvian giant showcased his skills and left an indelible mark on the game.

One of the Knicks' Achilles' heels in this game was their poor performance from the free-throw line. Missed opportunities at the charity stripe cost them crucial points.

The Knicks' defense was nowhere to be found on this fateful night. They allowed the Celtics to score with relative ease, leaving their fans craving a more solid defensive effort.

In the midst of the disappointment, RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley were the shining stars for the Knicks. They played with heart and determination, but unfortunately, the rest of the team failed to catch up.

Critics are pointing fingers at the coaching decisions. Keeping RJ Barrett on the bench for an extended period during a critical phase of the game left fans scratching their heads.

The Knicks' turnovers proved to be their downfall, as the Celtics capitalized on these mistakes to score numerous points. Protecting the ball should be a top priority in the games to come.

It was a rough start for the Knicks this season. The Celtics managed to outplay them in key areas, and even though there were glimpses of hope, it wasn't enough to secure the victory. Get used to it Knicks fans.

Knicks lose again. Celtics 108-104 Knicks

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

The Latest Trade Rumors Surrounding the New York Knicks


Rumors have been swirling around the Knicks' pursuit of star players who could potentially take their team to the next level. One name that has frequently come up is Bradley Beal of the Washington Wizards. Beal, a prolific scorer, would provide the Knicks with a much-needed offensive boost and a reliable second option alongside Julius Randle. However, prying Beal away from the Wizards would likely require a significant package of young players and draft picks.

Another potential trade target for the Knicks is Indiana Pacers' big man Myles Turner. Turner's shot-blocking prowess and ability to stretch the floor with his three-point shooting would fit well with the Knicks' defensive-oriented style and complement their frontcourt nicely. His arrival would give them an additional rim protector and floor-spacing option.

To acquire marquee players, the Knicks possess several valuable assets, including young talents and future draft picks. Immanuel Quickley and Obi Toppin, both promising players on rookie contracts, have been mentioned as potential trade chips in any blockbuster deals. While the Knicks value their potential, they understand the importance of striking while the iron is hot and capitalizing on their current momentum.

Additionally, the team could leverage their multiple first-round draft picks in upcoming years, acquired through previous trades, to sweeten potential deals. The Knicks have maintained a focus on player development and are mindful of not mortgaging their future entirely, but they also recognize the need to seize opportunities to contend in the present.

While trade rumors generate excitement among fans, it is crucial to approach them with a degree of realism. The Knicks' front office, led by President Leon Rose, has shown a commitment to sustainable success, prioritizing prudent decision-making over short-term gains.

The team is unlikely to make any rash moves that jeopardize their long-term plans. Instead, they may seek to address their needs through smaller, strategic trades that bring in complementary pieces without disrupting the team's chemistry. This approach allows the Knicks to maintain financial flexibility and keep building a solid foundation for sustainable success.

While the front office remains focused on careful decision-making, the Knicks have the assets and flexibility to make moves that enhance their chances of contention, whether through big-name acquisitions or subtle roster adjustments. Time will tell how these rumors materialize and shape the future of the team.

Friday, May 12, 2023

You blew it Knicks fans, this was a painful loss of a great opportunity.



Knicks fans were making and passing around social media videos arguing that the Miami Heat were intentionally attempting to hurt Knicks players.

There were cries all day for Adam Stern to question the referees and put them on notice for being complicit in this covert cheating scheme designed to allow the Knicks to advance. 

Every Knicks fans to the man and woman decried that this cheating was the only way the Miami Heat could defeat their much more talented team.

Well, that didn't work.

The refs gave the Knicks no quarter tonight and if anything called every minuet infraction against the Knicks they could find.

And the Miami player most maligned by the conspiracy tapes was Bam Adebayo.

Bam came out tonight and played as if he was really going to do the knicks dirty and he did.

The Knicks kept the game close the first half of the game, but you could clearly see that the weight of carrying this sorry team was taking a toll on Jalen Brunson.

Brunson was dragging himself around attempting to muster all the energy he could to save the Knicks season, but it was too much for him.

Peeking in various Knicks fans live YouTube shows as they followed the game they spent the night begging for fouls. But I didn't hear much about Julius Randle's brain-dead defense or RJ Barrett missing layups. 

No, it was all ammunition to complain about the inevitable loss and end of their season.

That and talk about how great a season this was in spite of the loss. No knicks fans it wasn't.

Giannis was injured, the Nets went into free fall, Cleveland is young and not battle tested, and the Heat came into the playoffs the 8th seed. 

This was your window of opportunity. You will not see a chance to make the finals like this again for another five or ten years.

You blew it Knicks fans, this was a painful loss of a great opportunity.

However, the Knicks lose again.

Miami Heat 96-92 New York Knicks. 

Monday, May 8, 2023

The playoffs bring out the greats and the chumps.


Vacation planning can begin Knicks fans. There is no way in hell your team is coming back from being down 3-1. 😆

I did something new tonight. As I watched the game I listened to Knicks fan play by play on YouTube and that shit was hilarious.

All the begging for calls, cursing at coaches and players had me in tears.

And can we now say once and for all on defense, Julius Randle's IQ is on the spectrum?!?

Randle's bull in a china shop style ultimately got him fouled out tonight in the fourth quarter when he charged knocking over half of the Heat team.

Now, I must admit, RJ Barrett played tonight like he wanted to win. Unfortunately he was the only Knick ready for prime time.

At some point RJ has to step forward and demand leadership on this team. In order for the Knicks to ever have a chance he has to take command of this team as the go-to man. Never mind Brunson, Randle or Hart.

Barrett needs to have a team meeting on the plane and tell everyone 'this is my fucking team now and if you don't like it, ask to be traded'. 

If this team follows the lead of Brunson and Randle this team will never compete for a championship.

Many people will shout for the removal of Thibodeau, but he is not going anywhere as long as Dolan has CAA managing this franchise.

Thibs' cut and paste, template coaching style simply doesn't work on a championship team. He'll have you competitive in the regular season but nothing more.

And let's give it to Jimmy Butler for not only being the most complete player on the floor in this series but also having the heart of a coldblooded assassin.  

Butler's control, savvy and tenacity on defense sets the standard that his teammates must follow or else.

Kyle Lowry will not jump out of the box scores for his effort but the subtle way he can change a game on offense and defense is like watching a Masterclass for point guards.

Lowry is pushing 40 and continues to make himself felt on both sides of the court like no other.

The scary thing about the last two games of this series is the poor jump shooting of the Heat. 

If the Heat shot well tonight this would have been a blowout. At some point in this series they are going to come out of the locker room on fire, it's going to be a massacre and I can't wait to see it.

Knick fans, you are not the better team. And the way your team plays in the clutch I am going to stop saying that your team is more talented. Younger, yes but where is the talent on the Knicks that can play a complete game at an elite level? Who?

Is the talent in the front court allowing the Heat to get offensive rebound after offensive rebound over and over tonight? The Heat were 17 - 7 on second chance points.

Are Brunson and Hart frustrating and fouling out Vincent, Strus and Lowry?

None of the is happening because Knicks "talent" is nothing more than fool's gold.

In the playoffs you see the true ceiling of a player. The playoffs bring out the greats and the chumps.

The Knicks are the chumps.

Knicks lose again, Heat 109-101 Knicks.

Saturday, May 6, 2023

I am sure their dinner tasted like rubber tonight

 



From the opening seconds of today's game, Jimmy Butler hit the first shot and went on to put his foot so far up the Knicks asses that I am sure their dinner tasted like rubber tonight.

The Heat whooped the Knicks so badly that I almost felt sorry for them. Almost.

All the Knicks fan talk leading up to this game had the Knicks beating the Heat in 5 games. They said the Knicks are such a dominant team on the road that there was no way they could lose with Julius Randle back.

Every loser Knicks fan went on about how much more talented their team was compared to the Heat and the Eastern Conference finals was just a forgone conclusion.

But when I took to social media after the Heat were up by as much as 25 points on the New York Bricks, Knicks twitter was as quiet as a mouse pissing on cotton in a thunderstorm.

This was supposed to be the game that Julius Randle would continue to own the Heat. 

Mitchell Robinson was supposed to dominate the undersized Miami front court today.

The Heat had something else to say by out scouring the Knicks 50 to 16 in the paint. The simply wanted it more than the Knicks and their veterans know what it takes to win in the playoffs.

The Knicks might be more talented, but they are not a better team than the Heat. They are being outclassed and out coached before your very eyes.

The Heat only shot 38% today. They won on hustle, muscle and savvy. Can you imagine what game 4 is going to look like when the Heat shooting gets hot? OMG!

I am sure Knicks fans while bitch and moan about the refs as they always do when they lose.

The Heat left RJ Barrett open in the first half and dared him to beat them, and he just couldn't do it.

Now Knicks fans are hoping to duplicate the Heat strategy of getting a split on the road. Quite frankly it's their only hope because if the Knicks go down 3-1 on Monday the series is over.

I don't see the Heat defense changing on Monday and the Knicks have no answer for it. 

Jalen Brunson holds on to the ball too long. He passes the ball so late in the shot clock that it makes defending the Knicks easy and predictable.

Look for the Tom Thibodeau to fiddle with the lineup because he is beginning to panic and this will sap any confidence left right out of the Knicks.

The Miami Heat are not the Cleveland Cavaliers Knicks fans, this bunch of veterans is battle tested and on a mission. Hopefully the Knicks youngins will see what it takes to compete for a chip and learn.

Knicks lose again, Miami 105-86 Knicks.


Thursday, March 23, 2023

Funny how a week can change things.


This time last week, the Knicks fans were puffing out their chests and talking cash money shit.

Fans on social media had all the smoke for anyone thinking that they weren't good enough to compete for the Eastern Conference this season.

Funny how a week can change things.

Now Knicks fans are on YouTube and Twitter proposing all manner of fantasy trades to anyone who will entertain them.

The bloom has fallen off the rose, the fans are beginning to panic, and I absolutely love it.

It was bad enough to lose at home on the night that Willis Reed passed away, but tonight's loss to the lowly Orlando Magic put the cherry on top to my wonderful week.

The Knicks traveled to Florida hoping to right the ship and get back to looking like a team with hope. Well, they could have stayed at home.

Again, for the third game in a row, the Knicks have decided that they don't need to hustle and guard the three point line. Any team with a big man that can shoot a three pointer exposes them for who they are.

Randle got his points as usual (23), but he had stretches of inefficiency that the sorry bench could not overcome on offense and defense.

This will teach you Knicks fans to stop looking at the schedule and taking teams lightly. No one is going to roll over for this team, no matter how hot Knicks fans think they are.

If Jacque Vaughn wasn't the coach of the Brooklyn Nets, the Knicks would be back in 6th place, but as long as Vaughn is there, the Knicks will finish ahead of the Nets.

The Knicks lose again, New York 106 - 111 Orlando.

Saturday, March 11, 2023

The Knicks Keep On Knicking


I had to sit on Twitter watching Knicks fans talk so much shit after the trades that got those two idiots, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant out of Brooklyn.

Knicks fans just knew for certain that the Nets would slip to barely being a play in team and the Knicks would firmly secure the 5th seed in the east which they covet so much because they are afraid of every team above the Cleveland Cavaliers.

All the trash talking about me not wanting any smoke and they were going to set me on fire for being in their posts. And for a few games the Knicks went on a streak of winning that had me second guessing my preseason predictions. 

The Nets certainly weren't helping as the new additions struggled to understand Vaughns ridiculous switching defense and the shortened rotation resulting in a couple of bad losses. 

But as long as you keep the faith the Knicks will eventually go back to Knicking, in a nick of time.

The Knicks have come down from their high as teams have figured out their new players and Julius Randle flames out down the stretch just like every season.

This afternoon the Knicks took their act on the road to face the Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard. They should have stayed home.

Leonard got a quiet yet deadly 38 points as the Clippers ground the Knicks to dust.

It was a pleasure to watch Spike Lee suffering with all of his Knicks crap on looking like a fool.

However, nothing gave me more delight than watching that doofus Julius Randle meltdown when he knew that losing was inevitable, mostly due to his 5 of 25 shooting. 

The Knicks have lost three in a row and just like that the Nets are back in 5th place in the Eastern conference. 😝

Knicks lose again, Clippers 106 - 95 Knicks

Saturday, January 28, 2023

Go ahead, "Run New York"


The Brooklyn Nets took care of the Knicks tonight with no problem without Kevin Durant or Ben Simmons. But the real entertainment is listening to whining Knicks fans repeating that "We Run New York" dumb shit after they were beaten again.

You can have New York as long as you continue to lose to the Nets and never come close to winning a championship, I'm comfortable with that. Go ahead, "Run New York" 😆

Knicks lose again, Brooklyn 122-New York Runners 115

Sunday, December 25, 2022

Merry Christmas


The Knicks have lost three games in a row, including back to back losses to the Philadelphia 76ers.

The Knicks may have also lost Jalen Brunson when he took himself out of the game in the second half to what appears to be a hip injury.

Joel Embid, James Harden and the zone defense were too much for the Knicks to handle on Christmas day in Madison Square Garden.

The Knicks were about to go into halftime with a six point lead until the 76ers picked up a loose ball and hit a half court shot with seconds remaining to lessen the Knicks lead by three.

We didn't know it then, but that shot was an omen.

In the 4th quarter, James Harden began to put on a show right when Brunson began grabbing at his right hip.

Harden's monster 4th quarter dog walked the Knicks as they ran out of gas and Philly went on to win on Christmas day.

Knicks lose again, 76ers 119 - Knicks 112.

Merry Christmas


Sunday, December 4, 2022

Only two Knicks showed up for the game

 



Yesterday, against the Dallas Mavericks, the Knicks won...the points in the paint.

As for the game? It was close until Hardaway and Luka went nuts from in the third quarter and pulled away permanently with a 17-0 run.

Luka Dončić and former Knick draft pick, Tim Hardaway Jr. had their way with the entire Knicks team in Madison Square Garden.

Again, RJ Barrett and Obi Toppin were completely wastes of minutes. They could have stayed home and contributed more.

Julius Randle and Immanuel Quickley were the only two Knicks that showed up for the game.

The Knicks are no match for a versatile team that can rain down three balls. 

Knicks lose again, Dallas 121-Knicks 100. And after halftime, it wasn't even that close.


Sunday, November 20, 2022

This could have been a blowout of epic proportions.


It wasn't difficult to predict the outcome of this game after this week's loss to Golden State.

Had it not been for Jalen Brunson and Quentin Grimes, this would have been a blowout of epic proportions.

Julius Randle and RJ Barrett were exposed again today. They were of zero help to this team on offense and defense.

Two of the Knicks big three were merely spectators and Gatorade tasters in Phoenix this afternoon.

When I was a kid, I read Butch Beard's book on coaching basketball, and one of his cardinal sins was jumping while passing.  Julius Randle obviously has never read the book because he is still making this ridiculous mistake at his age and stage of his career.

I fault his coach for allowing him to continue playing as if he has antigravity shoes. Leaping with no commitment only forces poor shots or turnovers.

RJ Barrett looks down right sluggish. He moves as if he's playing in mud. Has he either checked out mentally, or is exhausted?

Phoenix made sure everyone touched the ball and had 6 players in double digits for a balanced scoring attack. The Knicks, not so much.

On an afternoon when the Knicks most desperately needed scoring, Evan Fournier didn't get a single minute, which tells me he is not long to be in a New York uniform.

Tomorrow night in Oklahoma, there is a fleeting chance that this road trip can be salvaged, but I wouldn't bet money on it.

Knicks lose again, Sun 116 – Knicks 95

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Kevin Durant is still King of New York


Before last night's game, the Knicks fans were so delighted to take on the Brooklyn Nets.

They knew for certain that with all the turmoil in the organization and the bad press surrounding the team, this would be an easy victory.

This feeling also permeated the Knicks line up. So much so that Julius Randle was talking shit to the crowd and the Nets before the ball was tipped.

The Knicks came into the Barclay Center with a record of 4-7 and acting like they were on top of the division. But little did they know that the real King of New York wasn't about to entertain their foolishness.

Kevin Durant was at the top of his game and in full Slim Reaper mode.

The Nets as a team had enough of the smug Knicks and the media and came out determined to whoop ass. And whoop ass they did.

This game wasn't even close after the first five minutes. 

Unlike the Knicks, the Nets played as a team on offense and defense. 

Beautiful ball movement had every Net touching the ball on each possession, causing the Knicks to be off balance and outwitted.

Damn near every Net had wide open shots and hit them with consistency. Jalen Brunson and Evan Fournier have to be the worst defensive back court in the entire NBA. No exaggeration. 

On defense, the Nets collapsed in the paint and dared the Knicks to beat them from the three point line. Of course, they couldn't.

As long as Brunson insists upon pounding the ball, not demanding that all Knicks, including Randle, rotate the ball to the open man, the Knicks won't even make the playoffs.

Edmond Sumner started the game at the point in place of Kyrie Irving, and he ate Jalen Brunson alive. Sumner looked like the second coming of Chris Paul against the Knicks and cemented his place on this season's roster.

KD finished the game with a triple double. 29 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists along with a steal and two blocked shots. Vintage superstar performance, the Knicks had no answer for him. Kevin Durant is still King of New York.

Knicks lose again, Nets 115 -Knicks 85





Saturday, April 2, 2022

Have we seen the last of Julius Randle in a Knicks uniform?



A depleted Cleveland Cavaliers team came into Madison Sqaure Garden and owned the Knicks.

It was embarrassing to watch New York get manhandled, and I hate the Knicks.

Even RJ Barrett could not finish at the rim today. He must work on this in the off season as well as his mid-range shot. If he can learn how to pull up and shoot that short jumper instead of his familiar pass or head to the basket moves, he'd easily score twenty per game next season and be helpful in the fourth quarter to close out games.

For those who thought that Barrett was better than LeVert I hope this game cleared that foolishness up for you. Caris' game is light years ahead of RJ.

Leon Rose really needs to evaluate his coach's season because he did a rotten job of preparing and developing his young players in my opinion.

Obi Toppin thrives when he is on the court with Quickley and yet the coach of the year started Burks again. I just don't get it.

Toppin got his career high today, but it meant nothing. 

At least losing today ties the Knicks for tenth place in the draft lottery. Should they throw the game against Orlando tomorrow? 

Have we seen the last of Julius Randle in a Knicks uniform?

All I know for certain is that the Knicks lose again, Cleveland 119 - Knicks 101.


Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Are the Knicks done? Yes.

 


Trae Young came into MSG and showed Knicks fans his entire ass. He mooned James Dolan with 45 points.

The Knicks, minus Julius Randle, played well enough to have a ten-point lead early in the fourth quarter. Everyone touched the ball and things were promising. However.

Was there another fourth quarter melt down? Yes.

Was coach Thibs locked into his ridiculous substitutions that resulted in mistakes when the game was on the line? Yes.

Are the Knicks done? Yes.

Knicks lose again, Hawks 117 - New York 111

Monday, March 21, 2022

He's clearly not built for this.



Julius Randle shoots 6-22 from the field and 1-6 from deep for 13 points and 12 rebounds and this guy still thinks that this is his team.

Time for the charade to end and turn this team officially over to RJ Barrett. Randle's attitude and poor play is hurting the development of this team.

Barrett had 24 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. RJ didn't exactly set the world on fire, but his aggression and efficiency set the tone for this team. 

It is time for Knicks management to focus on packaging Randle for a trade and turning the rest of the season over to its young core, building Barrett into the super star it has hoped to get for many years.

As usual the Knicks kept the game close and entertaining for three and a half quarters before they went to shit. 

The Knicks could have won if in the 4th quarter they had gone to a full court press on defense and shortened the lineup putting smaller guys in the front court who could at least threaten to shoot from midrange. 

This would have resulted in pulling Utah's big men from the paint reducing their ability to block and change shots at the basket. I guess it just never occurred to the coach of the year to change strategies and attempt to win.

Mitchell Robinson could become a billionaire if he developed a 15-foot jump shot or a 10-foot hook shot.

Julius Randle unraveled of course and got into a pushing match with the Jazz center Rudy Golbert at the end of the game. Randle even went as far as slapping the hand of the referee off him as he and Golbert were being separated. Let's see if that results in fines or a suspension or both.

The stage and bright lights are too much for this guy. There is no winning of anything with Randle who can't keep his composure during and after games. He's clearly not built for this.

The Knicks lose again, Utah Jazz 108 - 93 New York Knicks.

Sunday, March 13, 2022

What's new?


No Aldridge, no Simmons, no Curry, and no Kyrie but oh that got damn Slim Reaper. 

Can we all be honest about the Knicks coach once and for all. For his entire career when he is minus Derrick Rose, he is no better than a police athletic league coach.

Coach Thibodeau mind-boggling substitutions cost this team as many games as Randle handling the ball late in the game.

The fact that this guy has not developed for an entire season one point guard to handle the ball later in the fourth quarter is just criminal.

This guy has had the entire season of watching Julius Randle single handedly turning balls over in the fourth quarter leading to losses and yet he does the same dumb thing putting the ball in his Randle's hands during crunch time.

The only thing better than watching the Knicks lose is watching Knicks fans YouTube post and pregame videos. The world these guys are living in for the most part is pure comedy.

If they aren't saying ridiculous things like the Nets are a bigger mess than the Knicks, they are making outrageous predictions about winning as if they don't know the Knicks record.

There is not much else to say to Knicks fans other than you want no part of the playoffs, finish tanking and hope for point guard help in the draft. 

Oh, and to the douchebag hosts at WFAN that snubbed the Nets on last Friday's morning show your disgusting lowlife character is a direct reflection of your team and why you will not see the Knicks win a championship in your lifetimes.

The Nets are the class of New York City, and the Knicks are light years away from competing for anything. What's new?

The Knicks lose again, Brooklyn 110 - Knicks 107.

Saturday, March 5, 2022

Julius Randle, you are a lummox.


In the third quarter of last night's game with the Phoenix Suns the Knicks were up by 10 points and rolling. Looking as if they might pick up the rare road victory against a shorthanded but still an exceptionally good team.

But no.

Instead of being the levelheaded veteran leader of the Knicks Julius Randle decided to play the role of punk and gave Cam Johnson of the Phoenix Suns a shot to the ribs late in the third quarter.

The blow was so hard that it not only knocked the wind out of Johnson it also ignited some pushing and shoving which got Randle his second technical of the night and an ejection from the game.

Cam Johnson was the bear he decided to poke on the Suns, and it was the wrong dude.

Cam Johnson went on to finish the game with 38 points, 24 points scored in the fourth quarter including the buzzer beater game winning shot mostly from his career high of nine three pointers which also tied a Suns franchise record.

Julius Randle, the gift that keeps on giving. Thanks a lot Julius, I thoroughly enjoyed watching your team be left shorthanded and destroyed in the fourth quarter because you are a lummox.

Randle's basketball IQ has to be borderline retarded. If this guy doesn't play with a crack the whip type of point guard and a coach that doesn't excuse his boorish behavior, he will never amount to being a championship caliber player.

Between the Knicks tanking and Randle imploding I, as a Nets fan, am quite enjoying the end of this season. 

Knicks lose again, Suns 115 - Knicks 114.