2025-26 Season. Episode 5: November 17th to the 23rd, 2025!
- Koron PIerre
- Nov 24
- 10 min read
This episode features everything inside the Knicks from November 17th to the 23rd, 2025!
The Knicks' Records Through This Stretch: 1-2 (The Knicks defeated the Mavericks and lost to the Magic & Heat).
Special Highlight
1. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 16). Jordyn Woods ‘went on a mission’ to pull off epic surprise for Karl-Anthony Towns’ birthday. The New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/11/16/sports/jordyn-woods-went-on-a-mission-to-pull-off-surprise-for-karl-anthony-towns/
2. Eudy, W. (2025, November 20). Mikal Bridges’ most unbelievable streak is still going strong. DailyKnicks. https://dailyknicks.com/mikal-bridges-most-unbelievable-streak-still-going-strong
3. Barbuti, A. (2025, November 22). Lara Trump, Mel B, NY Jets’ Garrett Wilson among celebs dishing on what they’re grateful for this Thanksgiving. The New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/11/22/entertainment/celebs-dish-on-what-theyre-grateful-for-this-thanksgiving/
The New York Report
🏀 New York Liberty
The Liberty have named Chris DeMarco — a long-time assistant with the Golden State Warriors and part of four NBA championships — as their new head coach, replacing Sandy Brondello following the team’s early playoff exit. DeMarco brings a strong reputation in defensive strategy and player development, signaling the franchise’s intent to remain in championship contention under new leadership.
🏈 New York Jets
Record: 2-9The Jets were defeated 23–10 by the Baltimore Ravens in their most recent matchup. The loss marked yet another setback in a difficult season, with ongoing uncertainty at quarterback and major defensive roster turnover following the departures of star players. The organization continues to search for direction under head coach Aaron Glenn.
🏈 New York Giants
Record: 2-10The Giants once again surrendered a late lead, falling 34–27 in overtime to the Detroit Lions after entering the fourth quarter up by double digits. This collapse continues a season-long trend of faltering in late-game situations — a defining issue as the team remains deep in rebuild mode and struggles to generate stability.
⚾ New York Yankees
The Yankees made a series of roster moves ahead of the 2026 season, non-tendering five relievers — Mark Leiter Jr., Ian Hamilton, Scott Effross, Jake Cousins, and Michael Arias — making them free agents and clearing bullpen space. The club also avoided arbitration by signing Clarke Schmidt and Oswaldo Cabrera to one-year deals. These decisions point toward a bullpen overhaul and increased roster flexibility moving forward.
⚾ New York Mets
The Mets executed a major roster change, trading long-time outfielder Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers in exchange for veteran second baseman Marcus Semien. The transaction signals a new direction built around defense, structure, and clubhouse leadership — and marks the end of an era for one of the franchise’s most recognizable players.
🏒 New York Rangers
Record: 10-11-2The Rangers continue to hover around the .500 mark, battling inconsistency and struggling to establish momentum — particularly at home. While competitive in stretches, the team remains under pressure to stabilize performance as the season progresses and postseason hopes remain uncertain.
✅ FINAL WORD
New York sports fans outside of basketball’s bright Midtown spotlight are seeing transformation everywhere:
✅ Liberty: new coach, new direction✅ Jets: another loss and a team searching for identity✅ Giants: late-game collapses define the season✅ Yankees: bullpen reset and contract positioning✅ Mets: a blockbuster trade and a philosophical shift✅ Rangers: battling for consistency at 10-11-2
New York sports are restless, rebuilding, retooling — and refusing to stand still.
Knicks Stories Of The Week!
Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 17). Jordan Clarkson using Knicks’ title aspirations to quiet biggest concerns around game: ‘Locked in’. The New York Post.
Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 17). Knicks’ Jalen Brunson shooting again after scary ankle injury. New York Daily News.
https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/11/17/knicks-jalen-brunson-shooting-again-after-scary-ankle-injury/
Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 18). Knicks still limiting Mitchell Robinson even with minutes restriction easing. The New York Post.
Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 18). Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns vows to shoot through three-point slump. New York Daily News.
Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 18). Knicks’ winless road slide set to end sooner than later: ‘It’s gonna happen’. New York Daily News.
https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/11/18/knicks-pacers-mike-brown-road-nba-jalen-brunson/
Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 18). Knicks HC Mike Brown: ‘Mitchell Robinson could play 27 minutes’. New York Daily News.
https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/11/18/knicks-mitchell-robinson-nba-mike-brown/
Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 19). How the Knicks are sacrificing now for later with Mitchell Robinson. New York Daily News.
https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/11/19/knicks-mitchell-robinson-nba-ankle-mike-brown-playoffs/
Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 19). Josh Hart and Steve Kerr agree on NBA’s schedule problem — but the answer is complicated. The New York Post.
https://nypost.com/2025/11/19/sports/josh-hart-and-steve-kerr-agree-on-nbas-schedule-problem/
Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 19). Knicks’ Josh Hart still adjusting to reduced role under Mike Brown. New York Daily News.
Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 19). Knicks’ Jalen Brunson returns after weeklong absence due ankle injury. New York Daily News.
Reporter, HoopsRumors. (2025). Jason Kidd Speaks On Knicks’ Offseason Pursuit. HoopsRumors.
https://www.hoopsrumors.com/2025/11/jason-kidd-speaks-on-knicks-offseason-pursuit.html
Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 18). Jalen Brunson’s upgraded injury status brings potential Knicks return closer. The New York Post.
Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 19). Jason Kidd says it ‘never crossed’ his mind to bolt Mavericks for Knicks. The New York Post.
https://nypost.com/2025/11/19/sports/jason-kidd-but-never-planned-to-bolt-mavericks-for-knicks/
Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 20). Jason Kidd: Leaving Mavericks for Knicks ‘never crossed my mind’. New York Daily News.
https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/11/20/jason-kidd-mavericks-knicks-nba/
Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 20). Knicks have a better team this year than last year, according to Rick Pitino. The New York Post.
https://nypost.com/2025/11/20/sports/rick-pitino-knicks-have-a-better-team-this-year-than-last-year/
Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 21). Rick Pitino recalls urging Knicks to draft Donovan Mitchell before they took Frank Ntilikina. New York Daily News.
https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/11/21/rick-pitino-knicks-draft-donovan-mitchell-frank-ntilikina/
Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 21). Karl-Anthony Towns on Knicks’ new offense: ‘I haven’t seen it in 11 years’. New York Daily News.
https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/11/21/karl-anthony-towns-on-knicks-new-offense-mike-brown/
Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 21). Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns sells rare Yoshinobu Yamamoto card for $72K. The New York Post.
Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Rick Pitino drops annual reminder of heartbreaking Knicks draft blunder. DailyKnicks.
Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Josh Hart just made an admission the Knicks can’t afford to ignore. DailyKnicks.
https://dailyknicks.com/josh-hart-made-admission-knicks-cannot-afford-ignore
Reporter, SNY. (2025). Knicks' Landry Shamet to be evaluated in next few days after suffering shoulder injury vs. Magic. SNY.
https://sny.tv/articles/knicks-landry-shamet-magic-shoulder-injury-11-22-25
Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 22). Landry Shamet exits with shoulder injury in scary Knicks scene. The New York Post.
https://nypost.com/2025/11/22/sports/landry-shamet-exits-with-apparent-injury-in-scary-knicks-scene/
Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 23). Knicks’ Josh Hart says throat grab of Jalen Suggs was accidental. The New York Post.
Knicks Vs. Magic Game Review 11.21.25
Favale, D. (2025, November 23). It’s still early but the Knicks’ biggest addition is already on the hot seat. DailyKnicks. https://dailyknicks.com/it-s-still-early-but-the-knicks-biggest-addition-is-already-on-the-hot-seat-01kamxbhd8b3 Daily Knicks
Martinez, P. (2025, November 22). Knicks’ defense no-shows fourth quarter in 133-121 loss to Magic. SNY. https://sny.tv/articles/knicks-magic-takeaways-11-22-25
Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 22). Knicks overwhelmed by Magic again as defense struggles, road woes continue. The New York Post.
https://nypost.com/2025/11/22/sports/knicks-overwhelmed-by-magic-again-as-defense-struggles/
Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 22). Knicks defense falls apart in 133–121 loss to Magic. New York Daily News.
https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/11/22/knicks-magic-nba-landry-shamet-jalen-brunson-mike-brown/
Reporter, SNY. (2025, November 22). Mike Brown remains confident Knicks can be good defensive team after loss to Magic. SNY.
https://sny.tv/articles/mike-brown-confident-knicks-can-be-good-defensive-team-magic
Reporter, HoopsRumors. (2025, November 22). Knicks’ Landry Shamet leaves game with shoulder injury. HoopsRumors. https://www.hoopsrumors.com/2025/11/knicks-landry-shamet-leaves-game-with-shoulder-injury.html
Smoking Hot Knicks Topics!
1. Reporter, SNY. (2025). Analyzing four early-season Knicks trends during 2025–26 NBA season. SNY.
2. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). The Knicks need to extend Mitchell Robinson to avoid Isaiah Hartenstein repeat. DailyKnicks.
3. Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 17). With OG Anunoby out, struggling Knicks defense must find new answers. New York Daily News.
4. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Knicks embracing the '90s mentality fans have desperately wanted to see. DailyKnicks.
5. Reporter, SNY. (2025). 3 big questions Knicks are facing early during 2025–26 NBA season. SNY.
6. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Knicks desperately need Karl-Anthony Towns to make subtle yet vital change. DailyKnicks.
7. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 20). What Josh Hart’s rebounding chaos brings to Mike Brown’s meticulous Knicks plans. The New York Post.
8. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Knicks made a Mikal Bridges tweak that's fueling a historic start. DailyKnicks.
9. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Josh Hart’s resurgence gifts Knicks what they never had under Tom Thibodeau. DailyKnicks.
10. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Jalen Brunson’s return from sprained ankle reminded us he’s not human. DailyKnicks.
11. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Knicks 'biggest offseason regret' is still easily one of best bargains in the NBA. DailyKnicks.
12. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Knicks have no regrets as preseason standout they passed on signs with new team. DailyKnicks.
13. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Knicks are confronting a harsh Mitchell Robinson truth they hope won’t last. DailyKnicks.
14. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025). When OG Anunoby could be back in Knicks’ lineup | The Injury Report. The New York Post.
15. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Mike Brown is quietly unlocking a version of Karl-Anthony Towns we haven't seen. DailyKnicks.
16. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 21). Mitchell Robinson’s discouraging free-throw returns keeping him on Knicks bench in crunch time. The New York Post.
17. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 21). There’s still plenty of hot and cold in Karl-Anthony Towns’ new Knicks role. The New York Post.
18. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). It’s still early but the Knicks’ biggest addition is already on the hot seat. DailyKnicks.
19. Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 22). The Knicks have graduated to Level 2 of Mike Brown’s offense: Play calls. New York Daily News.
Mike Brown’s Evolving Rotation
1. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). OG Anunoby injury could lead the Knicks to a surprise solution. DailyKnicks.
2. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Mike Brown is already backing off the big promise he made to Knicks fans. DailyKnicks.
3. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Mike Brown follows through on Knicks rotation promise amid OG Anunoby's injury. DailyKnicks.
4. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). The ugly Knicks weak point that the Magic just kept exploiting. DailyKnicks.
More Good Knicks’ Topics!
1. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). This has been the absolute worst part of the New York Knicks season. DailyKnicks.
2. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Wild Knicks improvement seems too drastic to be true — even though it is. DailyKnicks.
3. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 19). The ‘he played here?’ All-Stars: 25 stars you probably forgot played in New York. The New York Post.
4. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Former Knicks castoff is suddenly resurrecting his career with a contender. DailyKnicks.
5. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 20). Is the NBA at a breaking point? The New York Post.
6. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Jalen Brunson's return confirms crucial Mikal Bridges truth that makes Knicks elite. DailyKnicks.
7. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 20). It’s time to remember Knicks are now playing the long game — and there’s a ways to go. The New York Post.
https://nypost.com/2025/11/20/sports/its-time-to-remember-knicks-are-now-playing-the-long-term-game/
8. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Mike Brown already solved a Knicks problem Tom Thibodeau struggled with. DailyKnicks.
9. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Immanuel Quickley is doing something with the Raptors he never could as a Knick. DailyKnicks.
10. Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 21). Former Knicks forward Cleanthony Early very randomly gets featured on ‘Jeopardy!’ New York Daily News.
11. Reporter, SNY. (2025). How Landry Shamet's breakout season lifts Knicks' rotation. SNY.
12. Reporter, HoopsRumors. (2025). Knicks Notes: Hart, Brunson, Shamet, Diawara, Towns, More. HoopsRumors.
13. Reporter, SNY. (2025). Knicks' Landry Shamet to be evaluated in next few days after suffering shoulder injury vs. Magic. SNY.
14. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). The crucial lesson Mike Brown is already learning as Knicks coach. DailyKnicks.
15. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Knicks fans now know Jason Kidd didn’t tell the whole truth about coaching rumors. DailyKnicks.
Knicks Trade Rumors and Proposals
1. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Proposed mid-season trade option all the more logical amid Knicks injury woes. DailyKnicks.
2. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Guerschon Yabusele is hidden secret to successful Knicks trade season. DailyKnicks.
3. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Mike Brown may have revealed the Knicks' perfect trade target without meaning to. DailyKnicks.
4. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). OG Anunoby’s injury exposes a major Knicks flaw. DailyKnicks.
5. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Thrilling trade rumor gifts Knicks answer to Mitchell Robinson uncertainty. DailyKnicks.
6. Reporter, SNY. (2025). Knicks Mailbag: Will New York target another rim protector or veteran point guard at trade deadline? SNY.
7. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Landry Shamet injury reveals brutal truth facing Knicks ahead of trade deadline. DailyKnicks.
8. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Knicks clearly need a trade but should avoid the biggest name on the market. DailyKnicks.
Knicks Vs. Mavs Game Review 11.19.25
1. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 18). Knicks hoping date with coveted Jason Kidd and his dysfunctional Mavericks brings first road win. The New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/11/18/sports/knicks-hoping-date-with-jason-kidd-mavericks-brings-first-road-win/
2. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 19). bet365 bonus code NYPBET: Bet $5, get $150 in bonus bets for Knicks vs. Mavericks. The New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/11/19/betting/bet365-bonus-code-nypbet-bet-5-get-200-in-bonus-bets-for-knicks-vs-mavericks/
3. Reporter, SNY. (2025, November 19). Knicks earn first road win of season, sneak by Mavericks, 113-111. SNY. https://sny.tv/articles/knicks-mavericks-takeaways-11-19-25
4. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 20). Landry Shamet’s heroics, late whistle save Knicks in wild win over lowly Mavericks. The New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/11/20/sports/landry-shamets-heroics-late-whistle-save-knicks-in-wild-win-vs-mavericks/
5. Reporter, SNY. (2025, November 20). Knicks will take ‘ugly win’ to end road losing streak: ‘We can build on it’. SNY. https://sny.tv/articles/knicks-ugly-winend-road-losing-streak-mavericks-11202025
6. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 20). Klay Thompson has fond memories of Mike Brown: ‘Incredible Harley-Davidson collection’. The New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/11/20/sports/mavericks-klay-thompson-has-fond-memories-of-mike-brown/
7. Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 20). Ugly, but necessary: Knicks grind out first road win, beat Mavericks in Dallas. New York Daily News. https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/11/20/knicks-mavericks-brunson-cooper-flagg-kyrie-irving/
8. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025, November 2025). Knicks’ ugly win vs. Mavs breaks the worst streak of their season. DailyKnicks. https://dailyknicks.com/knicks-ugly-win-mavs-breaks-worst-streak-season
9. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 22). FanDuel promo: Bet $5, get $150 in bonus bets for Knicks vs. Magic. The New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/11/22/betting/fanduel-promo-bet-5-get-150-in-bonus-bets-for-knicks-vs-magic/
Knicks Vs. Heat Game Review 11.17.25
1. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 16). How another early clash with Heat can help Knicks in the long run. The New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/11/16/sports/how-another-early-clash-with-heat-can-help-knicks-in-the-long-run/
2. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 17). bet365 bonus code NYPBET: Bet $5, get $200 in bonus bets for Knicks vs. Heat. The New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/11/17/betting/bet365-bonus-code-nypbet-bet-5-get-200-in-bonus-bets-for-knicks-vs-heat/
3. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 17). Knicks can’t get clutch bucket without Jalen Brunson as rally falls short in wild loss to Heat. The New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/11/17/sports/knicks-late-rally-falls-short-in-wild-loss-to-heat/
4. Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 17). Knicks go ice-cold from deep again in wild ending, lose to Heat 115-113. New York Daily News. https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/11/17/knicks-go-ice-cold-from-deep-again-in-wild-ending-lose-to-heat-115-113/
5. Reporter, SNY. (2025, November 18). Knicks still searching for first road win following 115-113 loss to Heat. SNY. https://sny.tv/articles/knicks-heat-takeaways-11-17-25
Flagship:
1. Reporter, New York Daily News. (2025, November 23). Landry Shamet’s shoulder injury puts Knicks in a bind at wing. New York Daily News.https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/11/23/landry-shamet-knicks-shoulder-injury/
2. Reporter, DailyKnicks. (2025). Knicks are missing the mark in a major way with their trade-deadline approach. DailyKnicks.https://dailyknicks.com/knicks-trade-deadline-approach-missing-mark-major-way
3. Reporter, The New York Post. (2025, November 24). Knicks left holding their breath as they await Landry Shamet injury news. The New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/11/24/sports/knicks-left-holding-breath-as-they-await-landry-shamet-injury-news/
Power Rankings
Reporter, The Athletic. (2025, November 17). NBA Power Rankings: Pistons, Thunder, Lakers. The Athletic.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6814323/2025/11/17/nba-power-rankings-pistons-thunder-lakers/
Reporter, ESPN. (2025). Tiers for all 30 NBA teams: Real contenders to play-in dreamers. ESPN.
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/46967718/nba-tiers-all-30-teams-2025-2026-season
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