2025 Preseason. Episode 1: September 22nd to the 29th, 2025!
- Koron PIerre
- Oct 6
- 7 min read
This episode features everything inside the Knicks from September 30th To October 5th, 2025!
The Knicks' Won 2 Games against the 76ers!

Special Highlight
🎂 Knicks Birthdays: September 30 – October 5
The first week of October has seen its share of stars, grinders, and champions wear orange and blue. From defensive anchors like Tyson Chandler and Kurt Thomas to legends such as Dick Barnett and Derrick Rose, this week bridges generations of Knicks history.
📅 September 30 – Wayne Selden Jr.
Knicks tenure: 2021 – 2022About: A rugged wing who split time between the Knicks and their Westchester affiliate. Appeared in three regular-season games but earned respect for his defense and professionalism while helping guide the younger roster pieces.
📅 October 2 – Dick Barnett, Tyson Chandler & Shane Larkin
Dick Barnett (1936 – )
Knicks tenure: 1965 – 1974A cornerstone of both the 1970 and 1973 championship teams, Barnett’s trademark high-arching jumper and signature leg-kick became Garden folklore. Inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2024.
Tyson Chandler (1982 – )
Knicks tenure: 2011 – 2014The defensive backbone of the 54-win 2012-13 squad, Chandler captured the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award and an All-Star berth, giving New York its toughest interior presence since Ewing.
Shane Larkin (1992 – )
Knicks tenure: 2014 – 2015Lightning-quick guard who provided spot minutes off the bench. Later reinvented himself overseas, becoming one of Europe’s premier playmakers.
📅 October 3 – Courtney Lee & Eddie Mast
Courtney Lee (1985 – )
Knicks tenure: 2016 – 2019A consummate professional, Lee brought two-way steadiness and locker-room leadership during the Porziņģis era, shooting over 40 percent from three in his New York stay.
Eddie Mast (1948 – 1994)
Knicks tenure: 1970 – 1972Front-court reserve from the championship years who battled on the boards behind Willis Reed and Dave DeBusschere.
📅 October 4 – Derrick Rose, Kurt Thomas & “Truck” Robinson
Derrick Rose (1988 – )
Knicks tenure: 2016 – 2017, 2020 – 2023The 2011 MVP experienced a renaissance in New York, first as a scorer beside Carmelo Anthony, then as a veteran mentor under Tom Thibodeau. His leadership and humility made him a fan favorite in both stints.
Kurt Thomas (1972 – )
Knicks tenure: 1998 – 2005, 2012 – 2013A no-nonsense enforcer who defined toughness for a generation of Knicks fans. Thomas ranks among the franchise’s top shot-blockers and rebounders and returned in 2013 for a brief “full-circle” farewell run.
Leonard “Truck” Robinson (1951 – )
Knicks tenure: 1982 – 1985An All-Star forward known for his bruising style and rebounding power. “Truck” gave the early-’80s Knicks interior grit and scoring punch.
Knicks Stories Of The Week!
1. Berman, M. (2025, September 30). Mike Brown explains Knicks new minutes approach after all the Tom Thibodeau criticism. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/09/30/sports/mike-brown-explains-knicks-new-minutes-approach-after-tom-thibodeau-criticism/
2. Berman, M. (2025, September 30). Josh Hart takes Knicks playoff blame — calls out “stupidity” of hate thrown at Karl-Anthony Towns. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/09/30/sports/josh-hart-blame-me-not-karl-anthony-towns-for-knicks-playoff-fail/
3. New York Daily News. (2025, September 30). Knicks minutes philosophy to change under new HC Mike Brown. New York Daily News. https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/09/30/knicks-minutes-philosophy-to-change-under-new-hc-mike-brown/
4. Berman, M. (2025, October 1). Malcolm Brogdon tells The Post he expects to be Knicks rotation regular — his path to role is complicated. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/10/01/sports/malcolm-brogdon-tells-the-post-he-expects-to-be-knicks-rotation-regular/
5. Basketball Insiders. (2025, October 1). Precious Achiuwa returns to Miami on non-guaranteed deal. Basketball Insiders. https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/precious-achiuwa-returns-to-miami-on-non-guaranteed-deal/
6. Berman, M. (2025, October 2). How Mike Brown was inspired to create what could be an offensive revolution for the Knicks. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/10/02/sports/how-mike-brown-created-a-new-look-offense-for-the-knicks/
7. Berman, M. (2025, October 3). Jalen Brunson opens up to The Post about lingering playoff pain — and Knicks’ offseason evolution. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/10/03/sports/jalen-brunson-opens-up-to-the-post-about-lingering-playoff-pain-and-knicks-offseason-evolution/
8. Berman, M. (2025, October 4). Knicks preaching “caution” with Josh Hart injury update. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/10/04/sports/knicks-preaching-caution-with-josh-hart-injury-update/
The New York Report
While the Knicks are making headlines overseas in Abu Dhabi, the rest of New York’s sports teams have been busy making noise of their own. From playoff battles in the Bronx to struggles on the gridiron, here’s your full weekend rundown of what’s happening across the Empire State’s major franchises.
⚾ New York Yankees
The Yankees are back in the postseason and wasted no time making a statement. After edging Boston 4–3 in Game 2 to force a winner-take-all, rookie Cam Schlittler struck out 12 in a 4–0 shutout to clinch the Wild Card series. However, their ALDS opener didn’t go as planned — Toronto lit up New York 13–7, putting early pressure on the Bombers to respond at Yankee Stadium.
🏈 New York Jets
The Jets’ struggles continue as they fell to 0–5 after another tough outing. Turnovers and penalties have plagued the team, and first-year head coach Aaron Glenn is under growing pressure to right the ship. Quarterback Justin Fields has shown flashes, but the team needs cleaner execution to stop the slide.
🏈 New York Giants
The Giants’ season remains rocky, as rookie QB Jaxson Dart turned the ball over three times in their most recent loss. The team continues to walk the line between developing young talent and competing each week, but the mistakes are piling up.
🏈 Buffalo Bills
The Bills’ perfect start ended with a 23–20 loss to the Patriots, decided by a 52-yard field goal in the closing seconds. Josh Allen threw for 253 yards and two touchdowns but was intercepted once, while former Bill Stefon Diggs torched his old team for 146 yards. On the bright side, RB James Cook earned AFC Offensive Player of the Month honors for September.
📌 Final Word
New York sports fans have plenty to keep an eye on. The Yankees are in the thick of October baseball, the Liberty are heating up again, and the Jets, Giants, and Bills are each defining their early-season narratives in very different ways. Meanwhile, the Mets head into a pivotal offseason, and the Rangers look to bounce back when hockey returns.
Knicks Vs. 76ers Game Review 10.4.25
1. SNY. (2025, October 4). Josh Hart out with back spasms for Saturday’s Knicks-Sixers preseason game. SNY. https://sny.tv/articles/josh-hart-out-back-spasms-knicks-sixers-preseason
2. Daily Knicks. (2025, October 4). OG Anunoby needed only one half to show the Knicks he’s headed for a monster season. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/og-anunoby-needed-only-one-half-to-show-the-knicks-he-s-headed-for-a-monster-season-01k6r2jjxes3
3. SNY. (2025, October 4). OG Anunoby goes for 13 points in preseason debut as Knicks beat Sixers. SNY. https://sny.tv/articles/knicks-76ers-preseason-takeaways-10-4-25
4. Daily Knicks. (2025, October 4). Mike Brown finally granted Knicks fans their longtime wish. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/mike-brown-finally-granted-knicks-fans-their-longtime-wish-01k6r4g79f5w
5. New York Daily News. (2025, October 4). Knicks turn defense into offense in 113–104 preseason win over 76ers. New York Daily News. https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/04/knicks-preseason-win-76ers-abu-dhabi/
6. New York Daily News. (2025, October 4). Knicks preseason stock watch: What we’ve learned from Abu Dhabi series. New York Daily News. https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/04/knicks-preseason-stock-watch-mike-brown-brunson-towns-hart/
Knicks Vs. 76ers Game Review 10.2.25
1. Berman, M. (2025, September 30). Mike Brown explains Knicks new minutes approach after all the Tom Thibodeau criticism. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/09/30/sports/mike-brown-explains-knicks-new-minutes-approach-after-tom-thibodeau-criticism/
2. Berman, M. (2025, September 30). Josh Hart takes Knicks playoff blame — calls out “stupidity” of hate thrown at Karl-Anthony Towns. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/09/30/sports/josh-hart-blame-me-not-karl-anthony-towns-for-knicks-playoff-fail/
3. New York Daily News. (2025, September 30). Knicks minutes philosophy to change under new HC Mike Brown. New York Daily News. https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/09/30/knicks-minutes-philosophy-to-change-under-new-hc-mike-brown/
4. Berman, M. (2025, October 1). Malcolm Brogdon tells The Post he expects to be Knicks rotation regular — his path to role is complicated. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/10/01/sports/malcolm-brogdon-tells-the-post-he-expects-to-be-knicks-rotation-regular/
5. Basketball Insiders. (2025, October 1). Precious Achiuwa returns to Miami on non-guaranteed deal. Basketball Insiders. https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/precious-achiuwa-returns-to-miami-on-non-guaranteed-deal/
6. Berman, M. (2025, October 2). How Mike Brown was inspired to create what could be an offensive revolution for the Knicks. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/10/02/sports/how-mike-brown-created-a-new-look-offense-for-the-knicks/
7. Berman, M. (2025, October 3). Jalen Brunson opens up to The Post about lingering playoff pain — and Knicks’ offseason evolution. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/10/03/sports/jalen-brunson-opens-up-to-the-post-about-lingering-playoff-pain-and-knicks-offseason-evolution/
8. Berman, M. (2025, October 4). Knicks preaching “caution” with Josh Hart injury update. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/10/04/sports/knicks-preaching-caution-with-josh-hart-injury-update/
Smoking Hot Knicks Topics!
1. Daily Knicks. (2025, September 30). Knicks no longer have this Thibodeau problem wearing them down. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/new-york-knicks-no-longer-have-tom-thibodeau-problem-wearing-down-mike-brown-josh-hart
2. Daily Knicks. (2025, September 30). Knicks granting Mike Brown his wish could come at brutal cost. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/knicks-granting-mike-brown-his-wish-could-come-at-brutal-cost-01k6dvnpj5rp
3. Daily Knicks. (2025, September 30). Mike Brown just revealed the perfect Knicks starting five without even meaning to. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/mike-brown-just-revealed-the-perfect-knicks-starting-five-without-even-meaning-to-01k6e36pzgjq
4. Berman, M. (2025, September 30). Mike Brown’s Abu Dhabi Knicks grouping could be key rotation hint. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/09/30/sports/mike-browns-abu-dhabi-knicks-grouping-could-be-key-rotation-hint/
5. SNY. (2025, September 30). 5 things to watch during 2025 Knicks preseason. SNY. https://sny.tv/articles/5-things-to-watch-2025-knicks-preseason
6. Daily Knicks. (2025, September 30). Knicks face looming deadline with first-round prospect on trade block. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/knicks-face-looming-deadline-with-first-round-prospect-on-trade-block-01k6gfamfa5f
7. Daily Knicks. (2025, September 30). Knicks trading Pacome Dadiet more likely than ever after latest report. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/knicks-trading-pacome-dadiet-more-likely-than-ever-after-latest-report
8. Daily Knicks. (2025, October 1). It’s only preseason but Knicks may have already made a big rotation call. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/it-s-only-preseason-but-knicks-may-have-already-made-a-big-rotation-call-01k6gp36hh3v
9. Berman, M. (2025, October 1). Mike Brown is in no rush with his biggest Knicks decision. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/10/01/sports/mike-brown-is-in-no-rush-with-his-biggest-knicks-decision/
10. Daily Knicks. (2025, October 2). OG Anunoby’s preseason injury just gave the Knicks a brutal reality check. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/og-anunoby-s-preseason-injury-just-gave-the-knicks-a-brutal-reality-check-01k6jzwbwn9t
11. Daily Knicks. (2025, October 2). Brutal truth Josh Hart proved about himself last season. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/brutal-truth-josh-hart-proved-about-himself-last-season
12. Daily Knicks. (2025, October 2). Karl-Anthony Towns already finding hidden benefit in Knicks’ new offense. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/karl-anthony-towns-already-finding-hidden-benefit-in-knicks-new-offense-01k6ndsqtr97
More Good Knicks’ Topics!
1. New York Daily News. (2025, October 1). 5 things to watch for as Knicks play preseason games in Abu Dhabi. New York Daily News. https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/10/01/knicks-preseason-preview-abu-dhabi-brown-76ers/
2. Daily Knicks. (2025, October 3). Knicks can instantly simplify the game for Jalen Brunson with crucial adjustment. Daily Knicks. https://dailyknicks.com/knicks-instantly-simplify-game-jalen-brunson-crucial-adjustment
3. SNY. (2025, October 3). Knicks notes: Miles McBride’s future as bench option, Mitchell Robinson’s potential as starter. SNY. https://sny.tv/articles/knicks-notes-miles-mcbride-future-mitch-robinson-role-10-3-2025
4. Youngmisuk, O., & McMenamin, D. (2025, September 30). 2025 NBA training camp storylines: Extensions, depth charts, Kuminga, Durant and more. ESPN. https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/46424210/2025-nba-training-camp-storylines-extensions-depth-charts-kuminga-durant
Flagship: The REAL Reason Mike Brown is Changing Thibs Minutes Strategy
1. Berman, M. (2025, September 30). Mike Brown explains Knicks new minutes approach after all the Tom Thibodeau criticism. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2025/09/30/sports/mike-brown-explains-knicks-new-minutes-approach-after-tom-thibodeau-criticism/
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