New York Knicks
Mentioned in 58 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
This NBA team is frequently analyzed across sports podcasts for their playoff contention status in the Eastern Conference, particularly following roster moves including the acquisition of Karl-Anthony Towns and the hiring of coach Mike Brown. Podcast discussions focus on their inconsistent performance—including defensive struggles, three-point shooting lapses, and recent losing streaks—despite being constructed as championship contenders. They remain a central topic for trade deadline coverage, potential star acquisitions, and their overall viability as a Finals threat.
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Episode Mentions
First Take · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 2: What Does Kawhi Leonard's Future Hold?
“Analyzed for championship potential with Jalen Brunson as primary player and recent playoff success”
First Take · Apr 15, 2026
Hour 2: What's the Lakers Recipe to Take Down the Rockets?
“NBA team with Mitchell Robinson, who posted social media content catching snake in backyard during playoff season”
First Take · Apr 13, 2026
Hour 1: How Costly is the Spurs Loss to the Nuggets?
“NBA team drawing Hawks in first round; mentioned for playoff matchup analysis”
First Things First · Apr 10, 2026
Knicks beat Celtics in Tatum’s return to MSG, Title Pie, Brou’s Ballot, Can LeBron carry the Lakers?
“Beat Celtics in MSG; analyzed as underrated playoff contender with elite clutch performance and defensive wing depth”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 10, 2026
Chris Gasper of The Boston Globe // Craig Breslow and the Red Sox // The Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown Dynamic - 4/10 (Hour 3)
“Discussed as a tough playoff matchup for the Celtics due to size, Jalen Brunson's clutch ability, and psychological confidence”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 10, 2026
Celtics Fall to Knicks 112-106 // James Hagens WON’T Play on Saturday // Craig Breslow and the Red Sox Front Office - 4/10 (Hour 1)
“Defeated Celtics 112-106; defensive strategy and psychological momentum against Boston discussed”
All The Smoke · Apr 10, 2026
The Anti-Billionaire Billionaire Running for California Governor: Tom Steyer Interview
“Discussed in context of NBA relevance and importance of major market teams to league health”
First Take · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 1: Does Knicks Win Over Celtics Mean Anything With Jaylen Brown Sitting?
“NBA team analyzed for their win over Celtics and playoff positioning as potential three-seed in Eastern Conference”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Apr 10, 2026
Rock Bottom For Tanking? + Major Playoff Seeding Drama In Final Weekend & A Special Guest
“Eastern Conference team competing for third seed in final weekend”
Nightcap · Apr 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Knicks KNOCK OFF Celtics in THRILLER + Rocket BEAT INJURED Sixers + Kayden McDonald JOINS Nightcap + Joel Embiid INJURIES +Anthony Davis’ MVP RANKINGS
“NBA team that defeated the Celtics 112-106 in a thriller, with Josh Hart hitting crucial three-pointers”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 2: Allen Iverson CALLS OUT NBA Stars + Myles Garrett SKIPS Browns OFFSEASON PROGRAM + Jags Make Travis Hunter FULL TIME DB
“Recent victory over Celtics discussed with Josh Hart's fourth-quarter performance highlighted”
Waddle & Silvy · Apr 8, 2026
4/8 5 PM: Bulls are Bullsing out
“Referenced as team that pursued Billy Donovan as coaching candidate”
Waddle & Silvy · Apr 8, 2026
4/8: The Waddle & Silvy FAFO Show- Pt II
“Mentioned as Eastern Conference team with uncertain competitive trajectory”
First Take · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 1: Is There a Gap Between the Celtics and Everyone Else in the East?
“Analyzed as potential playoff threat to Celtics despite being undervalued; beat Celtics last year”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Apr 8, 2026
Bulls Finally Moving In Right Direction + Playoff Seeding Battles You Need To Watch
“Discussed as third seed contender; beat Hawks in close game with half-court shot implications”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 7, 2026
Celtics Host Hornets in Potential Playoff Preview // Bill Chisholm on the Celtics Spending // Roman Anthony’s Throwing Issues - 4/7 (Hour 3)
“Team that defeated Celtics in second round last year after Magic series wore them down”
First Take · Apr 7, 2026
Hour 2: Is This Michigan's Best Basketball Team Ever?
“NBA team pursuing potential trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo to bolster championship window”
First Things First · Apr 2, 2026
Victor Wembanyama scores 41 back-to-back, Raiders sign Kirk Cousins, Lakers vs. Thunder, BUD List
“Eastern Conference contender; beat Celtics last year in playoffs but face depth concerns”
First Take · Apr 2, 2026
Hour 2: MVPTake
“NBA team underperforming expectations despite roster upgrades; offensive regression analyzed extensively”
First Take · Apr 2, 2026
Hour 1: Trade Away
“Eastern Conference contender facing Boston in potential second round, seeking revenge from prior playoff loss”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 2, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Celtics DESTROY the Heat + Make Washington Jr. JOINS Nightcap + Gary Owen CRACKS JOKES & Ocho OFFICIATES Wedding
“NBA team mentioned as Eastern Conference contender with Brunson and Anthony Towns”
First Take · Apr 1, 2026
Hour 1: Bigger Deal: Lakers Win Streak or Knicks Losing Streak?
“Three-game losing streak to playoff teams raises concerns about playoff readiness despite strong record against sub-.500 teams.”
Miller and Moulton · Mar 31, 2026
March 31, 2026 Hour 2 Keith Smith
“Eastern Conference contender; one game ahead of Cleveland, positioning for Boston vs Detroit second-round matchup”
First Things First · Mar 25, 2026
2026 MLB Opening Day, Patrick Mahomes seen practicing, Nick’s Tiers, Brou’s MVP Ballot
“Analyzed as Eastern Conference Finals contender with strong record against top teams”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 25, 2026
Giannis & Bucks At Odds Again & Wemby Makes Claim For MVP + Evaluating Tatum
“Eastern Conference playoff race; bunched with Celtics and Cavs for 2-4 seeding”
First Things First · Mar 20, 2026
Luka Doncic scores 60 in Lakers win, Brou’s Ballot, Duke's close call, Sean Payton joins, Title Pie
“Analyzed as Eastern Conference contender with Mikhail Bridges concerns; given 6% championship probability”
First Things First · Mar 19, 2026
Cade Cunningham to miss time with collapsed lung, Lakers win 10 out of 11, BUD List
“Eastern Conference contender; discussed as potential second-round matchup for Detroit”
First Things First · Mar 6, 2026
Nuggets beat Lakers, Jayson Tatum to return from Achilles tear, Brou’s NBA MVP Ballot, Title Pie
“Eastern Conference team with improved defense and Karl-Anthony Towns; questioned playoff defensive sustainability”
First Things First · Mar 5, 2026
Bears trade D.J. Moore to Bills, Celtics ‘can win it all’ with Tatum returning, BUD List
“Lost to Thunder; analyzed playoff contention and championship potential despite loss”
Nightcap · Mar 5, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Shai & Chet TAKE DOWN the Knicks + JJ Redick DOWNPLAYS CONFRONTATION With Luka + Celtics ANTICIPATING Jayson Tatum’s RETURN + Iso Joe AGREES with Max Kellerman that MJ could average 40-Point TRIPLE DOUBLE + Mr. Tendernism JOINS Nightcap
“NBA team that lost to OKC 103-100, discussed for poor three-point shooting and defensive struggles”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 5, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Shai & Chet TAKE DOWN the Knicks + JJ Redick DOWNPLAYS CONFRONTATION With Luka + Celtics ANTICIPATING Jayson Tatum’s RETURN + Iso Joe AGREES with Max Kellerman that MJ could average 40-Point TRIPLE DOUBLE + Mr. Tendernism JOINS Nightcap
“Lost to Thunder; shooting struggles (10-35 from three) analyzed as key factor in defeat”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 4, 2026
Best of NBA News Part 1: Unc FURIOUS at Byron Scott DISRESPECTING LeBron James LAKERS LEGACY! Unc & Ocho FLAME the WNBA for being CHEAP after the STARS SHINE with UNRIVALED
“Analyzed dominant defensive performance against Spurs; discussed Eastern Conference playoff seeding and championship contention”
First Things First · Feb 27, 2026
George Pickens receives franchise tag, Lakers lose to Suns, Alex Palou joins, Brou’s MVP Ballot
“Analyzed as Eastern Conference contender with new coaching (Mike Brown) and healthy roster”
First Take · Feb 27, 2026
Hour 2: Should OKC Worry About the Spurs?
“NBA team evaluated as Eastern Conference contender but questioned under new coach Mike Brown”
First Things First · Feb 25, 2026
Lakers lose to Magic, Bears over 9.5 wins, Nick’s Tiers, Should Steelers fans want Rodgers back?
“Analyzed for playoff readiness after loss to Cavaliers; discussed third-quarter collapse and Carl Anthony Towns' usage patterns”
First Take · Feb 25, 2026
Hour 1: Issues with Luka Passing up the Final Shot?
“Discussed extensively for disappointing loss to Cavaliers and aggressive Mikel Bridges trade; playoff concerns”
Club Shay Shay · Feb 25, 2026
Club Shay Shay - Iman Shumpert Part 2
“Mentioned in context of Linsanity era media coverage and Shumpert's early career experiences”
First Take · Feb 24, 2026
Hour 2: Which Team Will Draft Ty Simpson?
“NBA team discussed extensively regarding defensive struggles against Cade Cunningham and mentality gaps vs Pistons”
First Things First · Feb 21, 2026
Is A.J. Brown a good fit in New England, KAT's impact on Knicks' struggles, Alec Pierce in Buffalo?
“Analyzed playoff ceiling limitations due to defensive vulnerabilities with Brunson and Towns”
The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle · Feb 12, 2026
Craig Carton GOES OFF on Patriots “Cult,” Age Gap Drama & Giants Owner Controversy!
“Mentioned positively regarding recent 49-point victory over Philadelphia 76ers with strong fan presence”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 11, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 1 - What they are saying about Fernando Mendoza, the Lakers have problems
“Analyzed for NBA championship contention; Jalen Brunson performance discussed; Phil Jackson 40-20 theory applied”
The Mike Francesa Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
Francesa Mailbag: Giants Schedule, Aaron Judge and the WBC
“Analyzed with 30-40% championship probability assessment for upcoming season”
The Zach Lowe Show · Feb 9, 2026
Harden’s Last Chance for a Title? Plus, Who’s on Notice After the Trade Deadline.
“Receiving top-eight protected pick from Wizards; mentioned in context of playoff positioning and tank-a-palooza 2026”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 6, 2026
Full NBA Trade Deadline Reaction
“Acquired Jose Alvarado from Pelicans; on eight-game winning streak”
The Mismatch · Feb 3, 2026
James Harden on the Move Again, Giannis’s Bidding War, and the Trade Deadline Outlook
“Cooled on Giannis pursuit after recent winning streak; previously discussed Carl Anthony Towns trade”
The Ryen Russillo Show · Feb 3, 2026
LIVE FROM SAN FRAN! Todd McShay and Steve Young, Plus Cavs–Kings Trade & Giannis Latest
“Mentioned as potential Giannis trade destination requiring Portland involvement in multi-team deal”
The Zach Lowe Show · Jan 26, 2026
Has Giannis Played His Last Game for the Bucks?
“Mentioned as possible Giannis suitor; salary cap constraints and offensive system integration challenges noted”
The Zach Lowe Show · Jan 22, 2026
A Look Inside the Lakers Sale and the Buss Family Dysfunction
“Discussed for recent win against Brooklyn Nets and ongoing roster evaluation with Mike Brown as coach”
PTI · Jan 21, 2026
Should the MLB Implement a Salary Cap?
“Primary focus: defensive collapse from 13th to 29th in league, player-only meeting with first-year coach”
The Zach Lowe Show · Jan 20, 2026
The Knicks May Have a KAT Problem. Plus, Butler Injury Aftermath and Trade Deadline Preview.
“Discussed extensively for their 2-9 slump, chemistry issues, and potential trade deadline moves despite being constructed as contenders”