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This week's Knicks highlights include Boomer and Gio sounding the alarm on Karl-Anthony Towns, as they have concerns about him being in proper shape to run in Mike Brown's offense. Plus, Sal Licata goes off on the head coach, calling him "Mike Clown," while Evan Roberts makes the case to at least be open to a Jalen Brunson for Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.

This week's Knicks highlights include Boomer and Gio sounding the alarm on Karl-Anthony Towns, as they have concerns about him being in proper shape to run in Mike Brown's offense. Plus, Sal Licata goes off on the head coach, calling him "Mike Clown," while Evan Roberts makes the case to at least be open to a Jalen Brunson for Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.

Boomer & Gio react to the stunning news of Nick Mangold's death. Plus, what's going on with Karl-Anthony Towns? The guys react to Dexter Lawrence's response to Carl Banks' criticism; Boomer watched the entire 18-inning World Series game; the guys look into the MVP favorites and Brian Daboll's future; picks for Week 9 games.

This week's Knicks highlights include Boomer and Gio sounding the alarm on Karl-Anthony Towns, as they have concerns about him being in proper shape to run in Mike Brown's offense. Plus, Sal Licata goes off on the head coach, calling him "Mike Clown," while Evan Roberts makes the case to at least be open to a Jalen Brunson for Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.

Will the Knicks offense pick things up as the season moves on? Frank Isola says he feels the Knicks organization underestimated the Pacers and Tom Thibodeau and Karl-Anthony Towns have taken the criticism for that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour one is packed — Lamar Jackson's back as the Ravens crush the Dolphins, Tua's struggling, and Mike McDaniel's seat is hotter than ever. Jerry's got all the post-game soundbites, Rob Saleh loves Jaxson Dart, and Micah Parsons drops the wild story about Aaron Rodgers trying to sell him his house mid-game. We wrap up with the latest Knicks trade talk — could Karl-Anthony Towns really be a Giannis target?

Joe starts the podcast discussing the first week for the New York Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns' frustration with the Knicks to start the year, & questions the rotation to start the year (1:03). Then, he talks about the World Series, his pick for tonight, & why he wants a Game 7 (16:00). Finally, Gordon Damer joins to go over the Week 9 Lock$ in the NFL (24:00), & SO much more!

Twitter Post Game Space me and Knick fans break down the Knicks' tough loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Mikal Bridges earns Player of the Game honors after another strong performance — one of the few bright spots on a rough night. Jalen Brunson came to play too, but beyond that? Things got ugly.We talk about Karl-Anthony Towns' rough shooting night, OG Anunoby's struggles, and how the Knicks simply couldn't slow down Giannis in the fourth quarter. What went wrong? What needs to change heading into the next matchup? We break it all down.

Remember when Rick Pitino told us Karl-Anthony Towns had to slim down to survive the season? Well, Stefan Bondy says the Knicks might be dealing with that same issue — players not fit for their own offense.

RANT WARNING! After that performance, Karl-Anthony Towns cannot escape this smoke! That was the worst performance in Karl-Anthony Towns' Knick career. He looked apathetic, dejected, and as if he didn't want to be out there. As if he was still upset with his role and after the game he basically said he needs to embrace this role, meaning he hasn't done that fully yet... Troy Mahabir breaks all of this down! SHOW CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 02:23 - KAT Still Needs To Embrace A New Role? 04:19 - Towns Not Liking New Role Explains Poor Play 06:23 - FanDuel Odds For NBA Finals Winner 07:10 - Presented By FanDuel 07:30 - Robinson Is Not A Guarantee To Play v Bulls 08:17 - EVERYONE IS GETTING CALLED OUT! LISTEN NOW TO GET YOUR KNICKS FIX! Catch the latest special interviews, shorts, fan interactions, and more by following the show! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you don't miss another episode! Rather Watch the latest Knicks Recap episode? Catch us on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKnicksRecap Follow The Knicks Recap on all social media platforms! Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheKnicksRecap Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheKnicksRecap/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/u/TheKnicksRecap?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheKnicksRecap/ Rather Listen to The Knicks Recap on a different platform? Catch us on ALL of your favorite streaming platforms: Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3SKSl8o Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3QrEfr6 iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-knicks-recap-a-new-yor-100895112/ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3QoZrOd Other Pod Channels: https://anchor.fm/the-knicks-recap Grab our MERCH featuring some of the graphics you've seen us create to take your Knicks fandom to the NEXT LEVEL: MAIN STORE: https://theknicksrecap.myspreadshop.com/ CashApp: $TheKnicksRecap Have a comment about the show, an interview, or a graphic idea? Reach out to The Knicks Recap on ALL SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

No 2° episódio desta semana, a rapaziada juntou-se para comentar mais alguns apontamentos dos primeiros jogos da NBA.Falou-se do momento dos Rockets e da sua defesa algo tremida, dos Utah Jazz que estranhamente estão a ganhar jogos, do desconforto de Karl Anthony Towns nestes novos Knicks treinados por Mike Brown e muito mais.Falou-se também das vitórias de FC Porto e Sporting CP na FIBA Europe Cup, da prestação das equipas femininas portuguesas na Europa e fez-se ainda a antevisão dos grupos da NBA Cup.

The Knicks lost to the Bucks and Karl-Anthony Towns looks lost in this offense. Reason for concern? And the Jays squared the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Knicks lost to the Bucks, Karl-Anthony Towns looked terrible, and Reggie Miller couldn't believe the lack of effort — Gio says you can't have five sloppy fouls with only eight points, and Boomer thinks he's out of shape. Jerry is here for his first update of the day, starting with the sounds of the loss on NBC with Mike Tirico, plus Lamar Jackson, Vlad, KAT drama, and Aroldis Chapman's Yankees feud.

The Knicks fell to the Bucks last night, and Karl-Anthony Towns was a disaster — so bad that even Reggie Miller couldn't believe how little effort he showed.

We're four games in and the gentlemen are trying to make sense of the Anthony Edwards injury, as well as some weird initial trends and observations (both positive and negative). Julius Randle is a trees jersey legend. Rob looks great in the face mask. If you're a new fan: welcome to Target Center. Please get lit when you're in the building. Love you BYE

BT and Sal explode over the Knicks' slow start, taking aim at the team's two biggest figures. Sal dubs the new coach "Mike Clown," arguing he lacks the structure of his predecessor, while both hosts unleash on Karl-Anthony Towns, calling him "soft," "slow," and a "puppy" who is incapable of being the championship-level co-star next to Jalen Brunson. They analyze Towns' frustratingly inefficient inside game and offensive fouls, arguing the team should utilize him solely on the perimeter. The discussion also touches on the Knicks' lack of elite shooters and the undeniable buzz surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo—a trade they believe is the only path to a title. Plus, they dive into the Knicks' upcoming seven-game home stretch, which must serve as a pivot point for the team.

BT & Sal are fired up! Sal accuses actress Sydney Sweeney of "lying" after she appeared at the World Series wearing a Dodgers jersey despite refusing to name a rooting interest on their show. This leads to a fiery debate on Shohei Ohtani, with Sal minimizing his two-way status, calling the "two jobs" narrative a joke and arguing that his six-inning, four-run World Series start was "not impressive." BT counters, calling Ohtani's overall ability "insane" and comparing the two-way marvel to Babe Ruth, Tiger Woods, and Mike Tyson, while Sal argues Bo Jackson and Deion Sanders were more impressive. The conversation also features a call on why the Karl-Anthony Towns trade wasn't a win for the Knicks. The segment wraps with Three Random Questions: When you have a cold, do you go with medicine or let it ride out naturally? What are your top three favorite Halloween candies?

BT & Sal explode over the Knicks' disastrous start, dubbing the new coach "Mike Clown" for the team's messy, structureless offense and lack of identity. They unleash a blistering attack on Karl-Anthony Towns, labeling him "soft," "slow," and a "puppy" incapable of being Jalen Brunson's championship-level co-star. The hosts argue a Giannis trade is the only path to a title and demand the team pivot during their upcoming home stretch. The fire continues as Sal takes aim at Shohei Ohtani, calling his two-way status an "overblown joke" and a pitcher who is simply "not impressive," leading to a heated Babe Ruth vs. Ohtani debate. Plus, Sal reveals his bizarre dream about Adam Schein coaching the Jets, and BT rages over sidewalk etiquette and Dolphins owner Stephen Ross's meltdown over his private jet.

BT & Sal go off on the Knicks' 4-game start, slamming Karl-Anthony Towns as an unreliable number two option and questioning if coach Mike Brown (or "Bad News Brown" as BT calls him) can fix the team's messy offense. They debate the Ohtani hype, with Sal arguing the two-way star is "overrated" as a pitcher due to a lack of innings and consistency. The discussion explodes into off-court frustrations, including: Pizza Gate: Sal calls out the production team's handling of pizza and BT's "nibbling" habit. No Decency: BT's boiling frustration with people who refuse to move on the sidewalk or hold a door, warning of a physical "shoulder to the jaw."

BT and Sal dive into the Shohei Ohtani debate, triggered by his World Series performance, questioning if the two-way superstar is truly the best athlete since Bo Jackson or Deion Sanders. Sal argues that while Ohtani's success is unprecedented in the modern specialized MLB, the multi-sport feats of Bo Jackson and Deion Sanders—playing at the highest levels in the NFL and MLB—are ultimately more impressive due to the physical intensity of football. The segment features a caller who asks if Ohtani's two jobs are even impressive given how many people work multiple jobs in the modern era, leading to a fiery comparison of professional specialization versus Little League glory. The hosts also touch on the World Series, the Knicks, and the frustrating talent of Karl-Anthony Towns.

BT & Sal dive into the Knicks' early struggles, impatiently pushing back on sensitive fans ("We get it, they'll be a playoff team!") as they preview a crucial stretch of seven straight home games at MSG. Sal expresses concern about the team's need to "get fat at home" to reach a 50-win season. The conversation quickly pivots to the looming presence of Giannis Antetokounmpo, analyzing his perfect non-denial of trade rumors and arguing that if he forces a move, the Knicks are the likely—and desired—destination, potentially saving them from overpaying. They also discuss the need for more "lethal shooters" to complement a potential Brunson-Giannis core and debate the "worse" sports insult: calling Mike Brown "Mike Clown" or referring to Karl-Anthony Towns as "soft."

BT and Sal unleash a fiery critique on Karl-Anthony Towns' (KAT) performance, arguing his "soft" and "careless" style is a fatal flaw for the Knicks' championship aspirations. Sal vehemently rejects the idea of "spoon-feeding" a star player and asserts that KAT is an "offensive foul machine" who is simply not an "efficient or effective inside player." BT agrees, labeling Towns a "modern big" who "flails like a baby deer on skates" in the post. They argue the Knicks must maximize his "elite shooting" by keeping him on the perimeter. The hosts conclude that if the talented-but-weak Towns remains emotionally and physically "unengaged," the Knicks' season is doomed—a concern only amplified by the team's apparent lack of offensive structure under new coach "Mike Clown."

BT and Sal go scorched-earth on the Knicks' rough start, debating whether the biggest problem is new head coach "Mike Clown" or perceived soft superstar Karl-Anthony Towns. Sal blasts coach Mike Brown for being a "clown" who's too focused on being loved and not a true taskmaster, leading to a disorganized offense. BT argues the real issue is Towns, calling him a "little puppy" lacking the competitive fire of a true superstar, incapable of leading the team to a championship with his sloppy, soft, and inconsistent play. The hosts agree that the Knicks' title hopes are already dead if Towns remains their second star.

The Knicks defense is a problem and it continues to get worse. I've spoken about their 3-point days for the last week now and their transition defense is now on the list of things that must be cleaned up. Their ability to stay consistent was once again tested against the Bucks and they failed that challenge, showing up for only 1 for the 4 quarters and disappearing completely in the 2nd half. But as bad as the defense was, the offense continues to remain a problem as the Knicks can't seem to hit anything once again. However, nothing can beat Karl-Anthony Towns and that disaster we saw from him last night. Sparks are flying in this one as I'm not holding back... AUDIO UP! EYES WIDE OPEN! This is the KAT rant you don't want to miss... Troy Mahabir breaks all of this down! SHOW CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:37 - Presented By FanDuel 00:59 - Knicks Lose 2nd Straight Game 01:33 - FanDuel Odds For Winner Of Knicks V Bucks Game 4 02:21 - Knicks V Bucks Highlights 04:01 - Knicks FALL APART In The 3rd Quarter 07:16 - Jalen Brunson Injures Groan or Hamstring 08:54 - KAT RANT! 09:37 - Towns Cannot Backdown Kyle Kuzma In The Post... 12:50 - Karl-Anthony Towns STILL Embracing New Role? 13:45 - KAT Admits He Pressed Too Much In 2nd Half 15:17 - SEND JALEN BRUNSON HELP! 17:00 - Players Minutes Breakdown 20:00 - Team Stats: Why Did NY Really Lost To Milwaukee? 25:07 - Towns & Any Other Player Will Be Called Out If The Play Doesn't Get Better LISTEN NOW TO GET YOUR KNICKS FIX! Catch the latest special interviews, shorts, fan interactions, and more by following the show! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you don't miss another episode! Rather Watch the latest Knicks Recap episode? Catch us on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKnicksRecap Follow The Knicks Recap on all social media platforms! Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheKnicksRecap Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheKnicksRecap/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/u/TheKnicksRecap?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheKnicksRecap/ Rather Listen to The Knicks Recap on a different platform? Catch us on ALL of your favorite streaming platforms: Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3SKSl8o Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3QrEfr6 iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-knicks-recap-a-new-yor-100895112/ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3QoZrOd Other Pod Channels: https://anchor.fm/the-knicks-recap Grab our MERCH featuring some of the graphics you've seen us create to take your Knicks fandom to the NEXT LEVEL: MAIN STORE: https://theknicksrecap.myspreadshop.com/ CashApp: $TheKnicksRecap Have a comment about the show, an interview, or a graphic idea? Reach out to The Knicks Recap on ALL SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The Knicks season is officially underway, with Boomer and Gio providing their first impressions after New York's win over the Cavaliers. Plus, BT and Sal debate if Mike Brown is the right head coach for this team, and if he can unlock more from Karl-Anthony Towns. Evan and Tiki debate the Knicks vs. Cavs in terms of their title hopes, and Gio says there are no excuses this year.

The Knicks season is officially underway, with Boomer and Gio providing their first impressions after New York's win over the Cavaliers. Plus, BT and Sal debate if Mike Brown is the right head coach for this team, and if he can unlock more from Karl-Anthony Towns. Evan and Tiki debate the Knicks vs. Cavs in terms of their title hopes, and Gio says there are no excuses this year.

The Knicks season is officially underway, with Boomer and Gio providing their first impressions after New York's win over the Cavaliers. Plus, BT and Sal debate if Mike Brown is the right head coach for this team, and if he can unlock more from Karl-Anthony Towns. Evan and Tiki debate the Knicks vs. Cavs in terms of their title hopes, and Gio says there are no excuses this year.

The Knicks move to 2-0 after taking down the rival Celtics at MSG. We dive into how Karl-Anthony Towns thrived as a pinch post hub within the team's motion offense and spaced-out lineups, plus a well-deserved shoutout to Josh Hart for pushing the pace and giving the Knicks a needed burst in certain units. We break it all down — the strategy, the execution, and what it means moving forward.0:00 Intro0:26 Game Recap & Thoughts3:52 Shoutout Prime Video7:01 Pinch Post Offense16:29 A Different Starting Lineup Already21:58 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Hart23:04 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson25:08 PROMO BREAK26:05 Up Next27:01 Trivia27:44 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Knicks start the season 2-0! In this episode, we break down the action and highlight Karl-Anthony Towns as our Player of the Game. We also dive into Mike Brown's use of zone defenses, KAT's move to starting at center, and Deuce McBride's first start of the season. Tyler Kolek is beasting as well. Tune in, Knicks fans — it's an exciting start to the year!

WHAT AN ANNIHILATION! The Knicks dominated the Boston Celtics for their 2nd straight win of the season. While NY didn't shoot the ball well and Boston made their late runs, it was NY's ball movement, defense, and rebounding that helped NY take this victory. Especially their aggression and attacking inside to create easy FT shots. But the 2nd quarter we saw against Boston was something we never saw before. The Knicks dominated in every way and proved why this team is on another level from last year's team. And Mike Brown changed the starting lineup once again, now inserting Miles McBride to the starting unit - a change that benefitted NY greatly because of one key factory McBride has started to do w/ specifically Karl-Anthony Towns... Troy Mahabir breaks all of this down! SHOW CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - Presented By FanDuel 01:04 - Knicks Win Season Second Straight Game 01:19 - Knicks DESTROY Cavs! 01:54 - FanDuel Odds For Winner For Knicks V Celtics Game 2 02:55 - Knicks V Celtics Highlights 04:25 - Knicks Make NBA HISTORY Against Celtics 08:09 - Jalen Brunson DROPS 31 Points On Boston 09:39 - Karl-Anthony Towns PLAYING AMAZING But How?! 11:35 - Knicks Players Minutes Breakdown 12:54 - Miles McBride Defense SHUT DOWN Boston Guards 15:00 - This Is The Mikal Bridges NY Traded For 16:30 - Hart Did Well Rebounding But Offense Needs A LOT OF WORK! 17:52 - Tyler Kolek Has BEST DEFENSIVE GAME Of His NBA Career 19:42 - Team Stats Show How Knicks Beat Boston w/ Struggling Offense 22:15 - Knicks Fastbreak Points Show Mike Brown Era Has Officially Begun 24:58 - You Have A Problem With The Knicks? DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT! LISTEN NOW TO GET YOUR KNICKS FIX! Catch the latest special interviews, shorts, fan interactions, and more by following the show! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you don't miss another episode! Rather Watch the latest Knicks Recap episode? Catch us on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKnicksRecap Follow The Knicks Recap on all social media platforms! Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheKnicksRecap Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheKnicksRecap/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/u/TheKnicksRecap?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheKnicksRecap/ Rather Listen to The Knicks Recap on a different platform? Catch us on ALL of your favorite streaming platforms: Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3SKSl8o Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3QrEfr6 iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-knicks-recap-a-new-yor-100895112/ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3QoZrOd Other Pod Channels: https://anchor.fm/the-knicks-recap Grab our MERCH featuring some of the graphics you've seen us create to take your Knicks fandom to the NEXT LEVEL: MAIN STORE: https://theknicksrecap.myspreadshop.com/ CashApp: $TheKnicksRecap Have a comment about the show, an interview, or a graphic idea? Reach out to The Knicks Recap on ALL SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JR previews Thursday Night Football between the Chargers and Vikings. | Julia Kreuz joins JR to talk all things Toronto Blue Jays. | JR on Joel Embiid's horrific first game of the year. | Karl Anthony-Towns played through a Grade-2 quad strain… But why?

CP “The Fanchise” is joined by Front Office Sports reporter Ben Horney — who was in the room at the FBI press conference — to break down the federal cases that name Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones in alleged gambling and insider information schemes. We get into how the investigations work, why the Feds are treating the sportsbooks as “victims,” why the NBA reportedly “cleared” certain players who were still arrested, and whether this has now become Adam Silver's biggest crisis as commissioner.Then we pivot to Knicks basketball: Knicks start the year 1–0, Celtics are coming to MSG, and the Mike Brown era is already showing a totally different vibe from Tom Thibodeau — even with early injuries to Mitchell Robinson, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby, and Karl-Anthony Towns. We talk rotations, depth, Deuce McBride, and whether this Knicks team is truly built for June.Subscribe, rate, review, and tap in with the #1 show for the fans, by the fans.Support the show

BT & Sal dissect the Knicks' home opener win against the Cavaliers, applauding the new commitment to depth and more playmaking from Jalen Brunson off the ball, but asking tough questions about whether new coach Mike Brown's offense truly looks "different" from the past. The hosts are still skeptical of Karl-Anthony Towns' ability to lead a championship contender, prompting a heated debate over whether the Knicks should (and will) make a mid-season push for Giannis Antetokounmpo. They praise the defensive promise of OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges and slam Towns' attempt at a "heroic" but ultimately ineffective return from injury. Finally, they dive into the ongoing NBA gambling scandal, debating if the league's only real deterrent is voiding guaranteed contracts.

Were you impressed by the Knicks win last night? Are the Knicks, "NBA Finals or bust" this season? Audio Files featuring Karl-Anthony Towns, Mike Brown, Brian Burns, Jaxson Dart, and Joe Flacco. Joe Fortenbaugh says the proliferation of sports betting helps catch those cheating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cavs have opened the season with a loss.  Cleveland fell to New York at Madison Square Garden, as Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell combined for 53 points, but were let down by the defense.  Bob Schmidt, of Fox Sports Radio, hits the highlights and the lowlights before the Cavs regroup for a Friday matchup with Brooklyn.

We're so frickin back. We fired up the mics as soon as the clock struck 0:00 to talk about Donte (oh no), Bones (oh yes), Anthony Edwards (wow), and initial reactions to the Wolves' first game. Go buy some Lamb Chops. See you at Target Center

On The Putback with Ian Begley presented by Fanatics Sportsbook⁩  SNY's NBA Insider alongside ⁨Knicks Fan TV⁩'s CP The Fanchise and SiriusXM and ESPN's Frank Isola react to Mike Brown and the Knicks first win of the season over the Cleveland Cavaliers.Today's Show0:00 Welcome to the show 2:18 The Baseline: Knicks-Cavs reaction 11:07 Injury Updates: Mitchell Robinson 20:02 Josh Hart, Karl-Anthony Towns 25:39 FBI Sports Betting Indictment 32:02 Knicks Starters vs Cavs 39:14 Knicks Bench vs Cavs 44:20 Storylines: Eastern Conference odds 50:28 The Talkback: OG Anunoby at the 5? 52:45 Knicks-Celtics Preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

KAT goes from doubtful to questionable within an hour

Combo is back with Jason Timpf from Hoops Tonight to tip off the new NBA season. The guys break down the Knicks' biggest questions heading into opening night — how Jalen Brunson fits with Mike Brown's new offense, Karl Anthony Towns' defensive lapses, and whether this team can truly defend when it matters most. They also dive into the Next NBA GOAT conversation — from Wembanyama's rapid rise and Cooper Flagg's potential to the evolution of team building around versatile stars. Plus, they touch on Houston's jumbo lineup, the future of small guards, OKC's sustainability, and what makes true offensive engines so valuable. And More! (Recorded The Morning of 10/21/25) Find Combo here: New Twitter: @itsonetwocombo IG: @Onetwocombo YouTube: COMBO TV Support Combo's Court directly: Cash App: $comboscourt Venmo: @comboscourt USE CODE COMBO ON PRIZEPICKS! Sign up on PrizePicks using the promo code “Combo.” Make a deposit of $5 or more and receive $50 instantly here: prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/COMBO

BT and Sal clash over the New York Knicks' opening night and season expectations, arguing whether it's "championship or bust" after major offseason moves. BT admits he doesn't believe in new coach Mike Brown to get them over the hump, while Sal worries the team lacks a second superstar and highlights Karl-Anthony Towns' defensive deficiencies and "soft" demeanor as a major postseason liability. They also debate whether the players, specifically Towns and Bridges, were the driving force behind the decision to move on from Tom Thibodeau, and question if the team's core—including Mitchell Robinson and Jalen Brunson—has too many "major liabilities" (defense, shooting, free throws) to actually win an NBA title.

BT & Sal dissect the wide-open Eastern Conference as the Knicks tip off, arguing that the predicted top-tier is misleading. While they respect the Cavaliers and an ascending Orlando Magic (a potential 50-win team!), they dismiss the Sixers and question the future of the Bucks amid Giannis trade rumors. The hosts turn their scrutiny to the Knicks, challenging the Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns tandem, asking if they have the championship DNA of a duo like Brunson and Giannis. They also blast the team's questionable opening night rest for key players like Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson, with Sal voicing a strong suspicion that the center's injury is being "a little bit cute" and may be more serious. The pressure is on for the most talented Knicks roster of all-time to finally get it done!

BT & Sal dive into the highly anticipated Knicks season opener, immediately raising the bar and the pressure on the new-look team. Sal questions whether coach Mike Brown is the right fit to take the Knicks to the Finals, fearing he lacks the intensity to push the team when it counts, while Brandon Tierney finds the lofty expectations "a less enjoyable watch." The debate centers on Karl-Anthony Towns, with the hosts agreeing that his defensive and physical "deficiencies" are a "massive problem when it matters." They slam the roster's "too many of those guys" who are great at one thing and "awful at that." The segment concludes with a look at the Eastern Conference, where they analyze projected win totals and identify the Cavaliers and the young Magic as the Knicks' primary threats.

BT & Sal detonate over a chaotic opening week in New York sports! Hour 1 blasts the Knicks' lofty expectations, with Sal questioning if Mike Brown can lead them to the Finals and BT calling Karl-Anthony Towns' defensive "deficiencies a massive problem." They analyze the "one-thing-great, one-thing-awful" roster and size up the Eastern Conference threats. Hour 2 goes nuclear on Jets owner Woody Johnson, labeling him a "clueless idiot" for publicly torching his quarterback and embarrassing the franchise, which pivots into a debate over the Knicks' wisdom in replacing Tom Thibodeau. Hour 3 sees BT deliver a savage final blow to the "Unkillable Brand," telling disillusioned Jet fans to "Stay Home!" The segment concludes with Three Random Questions: Should it matter why you take off of work for a day? If you saw a coworker in a supermarket, would you say hello or avoid him? What's worse: being without heat or without a washing machine?

Munaf Manji and Mackenzie Rivers break down the opening games for the NBA season on Wednesday. Best bets as always. Munaf Manji opens the RJ Bell's Dream Preview NBA podcast, back from being under the weather and ready for the new season. With 13 games on Wednesday's slate, he and Mackenzie Rivers break down four key matchups, offering sides, totals, and best bets. They begin with the Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden facing the New York Knicks. The Cavs are 1.5-point favorites with Darius Garland out, DeAndre Hunter questionable, and Max Strus recovering from foot surgery. The Knicks are missing Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson, while Karl-Anthony Towns is questionable with a quad strain. Mackenzie likes the Cavs, citing their improved offense, depth, and consistency, noting that even without Garland they're better structured and cohesive. He argues the Knicks' injury list and new coaching approach create uncertainty, favoring Cleveland's early-season form. Munaf agrees, expecting Donovan Mitchell to shine and dominate offensively, particularly with the Knicks lacking frontcourt strength. Both lean slightly toward the over at 227.5, anticipating a strong Cavs offensive showing. Next, they preview the 76ers visiting the Celtics, Boston favored by 2.5. With Paul George, Jared McCain, and Trenton Watford out for Philly and Jason Tatum sidelined for Boston, Mackenzie sees both teams uncertain but leans Sixers due to Joel Embiid's presence, citing his offseason conditioning and potential resurgence. Munaf shares optimism for Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, predicting a big game and slight Sixers edge against Boston's thin frontcourt. For the Spurs at Mavericks matchup, Dallas is -2.5, with key absences including De'Aaron Fox, Kelly Olynyk, and Jeremy Sochan for San Antonio and Kyrie Irving, Daniel Gafford, and Dante Exum for Dallas. Mackenzie leans Spurs, expecting Victor Wembanyama to impress against Anthony Davis, while acknowledging Dallas's experience advantage. They debate rookie Cooper Flagg's outlook, agreeing he's talented but unlikely to have a historically impactful rookie season, noting his youth and the rarity of immediate dominance. Munaf adds that Flaggs' Rookie of the Year odds are overvalued given his supporting cast. They touch on Dallas as a trendy Western Conference pick, with Mackenzie calling it “a hipster choice” but doubting their title chances given chemistry and reliance on a rookie. Munaf concurs, seeing potential but too many variables. Wrapping up, they promote the “Beat Dave Esler NBA Contest” at pregame.com, with $1,000 in prizes and a $75-off code (NBA75) for Mackenzie's full-season picks package. In best bets, Mackenzie doubles down on Cavaliers -1.5, emphasizing matchup dominance, cohesion, and depth. Munaf's best bet is the Chicago Bulls +4.5 vs. Detroit, citing preseason sharpness, defensive improvement, and Detroit's injuries and lack of reliable scoring beyond Cade Cunningham. Mackenzie agrees, backing dogs early-season trends. They close with light banter about gas prices and Munaf's Houston connections before signing off, urging listeners to subscribe and enjoy opening week of the NBA season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about Karl-Anthony Towns not knowing his role in the Knicks offense, a report that Russell Westbrook was fed up with LeBron James' "fakeness", the Angels saying Albert Pujols and Torii Hunter are out of the managerial race, Maller's Mountain of Money: Kim Kardashian Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harry Douglas says there is no consultation to be had, Tyrod Taylor should be the Jets starting quarterback moving forward this season. Audio Files featuring Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson, Mike Brown, Bobby Okereke, Brian Daboll, Aaron Glenn, and Sam Darnold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's award season on The Baseline Podcast! Cal, Shaw, and special guest Jabari Davis break down their 2025-26 NBA Award predictions — from Rookie of the Year to MVP — and debut a few exclusive Baseline Awards you won't hear anywhere else.

Thanks for coming to WolvesFest. My lord, a time was had. The audio is a bit of an adventure on this one. JakesGraphs and Dane Moore join us to chat about the forthcoming season. People were lit. Shout to the Dane Moore NBA Show for always showing love, and for Falling Knife for being the host with the most. 

An extremely special episode of YM3 this week with Karl-Anthony Towns of the New York Knicks and legendary actor and director Ben Stiller! KAT and Ben discuss so much Knicks basketball (Ben, of course, is a Knicks superfan), including the backstory of when KAT was traded from the Minnesota Timberwolves last year, and reminiscing about last year's playoff run against the Detroit Pistons, Boston Celtics, and Indiana Pacers. KAT shares why it's so special to him to play on the Knicks and play in Madison Square Garden, as well as how he was dedicated and developed his basketball talent from a young age. They also dive deep into Ben's career as Ben shares how he initially didn't want to be involved in comedy, the challenges and thrills of now branching out of comedy, how he always wanted to direct, and, of course, ‘Severance.' Let's go!Don't miss out on all the action this week at DraftKings! Download the DraftKings app today and use our promo code YOUNGMAN. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY(four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eightnine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort(Kansas). Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Fees may apply in Illinois. Void in Ontario. Bonus betsexpire seven days after issuance. See sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash promos. NFL Sunday Ticket offer for new subscribers only and auto-renews until cancelled. Digital games and commercial use excluded. Restrictions apply.Additional NFL Sunday Ticket terms at youtube dot com slash go slash n f l sunday ticket slash terms. Limited time offer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.