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Kendrick Perkins didn’t shy away from ripping into Victor Wembanyama. The former NBA player and ESPN analyst eviscerated Wembanyama for his play in the Spurs’ NBA Finals loss to the Knicks during an appearance on a Yahoo Sports show Wednesday. Advertisement “Wemby was soft… let’s keep it real, he was soft and he was scared, especially in the big moments,” …

Who makes the Mount Rushmore of New York City sports? On today’s episode of MLB According to CC, legendary Yankee CC Sabathia discussed his top four “modern era” New York athletes, alongside his cohost, Ahmed Fareed who made his own “legends” top four list. Sabathia gave the number one spot to five time World Series winner with the Yankees, and …

As the Knicks prepare to celebrate their first NBA title in 53 years, The Post’s writers and columnists provide insight into the indelible moments they’ll remember forever from this championship season and legacy this team will leave after an incredible run. Stefan Bondy The final buzzer went off for Game 5 and my mind went to two places: Jalen Brunson …

The final seven seconds may have been the hardest of all for James Dolan. There were all those missed free throws, Spurs and Knicks both. There was the surreal transfer, in real time, of Frost Bank Center converting from maybe 60-40 between the fans to 100 percent Knicks, as the locals departed and the invaders crawled lower and lower into …

We’re just a few days away from the NBA Draft, and there are multiple storylines headed into Monday. Will AJ Dybantsa go #1? What will the Oklahoma City Thunder do with two picks in the top 20? Will one of the teams in the top 5 trade out? Advertisement But another notable storyline headed into the draft is Jayden Quaintance, …

The NBA Draft is barreling closer to us. The Cleveland Cavaliers have the 29th pick in this year’s draft. Let’s take a look at who the experts have them taking in our latest mock draft roundup. Yahoo Sports – Sergio De Larrera Kevin O’Connor’s latest mock draft has the Cavs opting for the 6’5” 20-year-old out of Spain. O’Connor writes: …

There might still be a debate about the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The early consensus centered around BYU’s AJ Dybantsa. The analytics reportedly favored Duke’s Cameron Boozer. The speculation has now shifted to Dybantsa or Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, or perhaps all three still being considered, with less than a week until the Washington Wizards are …

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – JUNE 13: Timothée Chalamet celebrates with Mikal Bridges #25 of the New York Knicks after the victory against the San Antonio Spurs in Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 13, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using …

For the last few days, Jazz fans have been hearing rumor after rumor about the contract negotiations between Walker Kessler and the Utah Jazz. In multiple reports, we heard different updates on how the negotiations had left Kessler and his representation frustrated. They expected more than a five-year, $140M offer. Those things are still likely true, but the story took …

Trae Young staying in Washington for too long isn’t a sure thing. The former Hawks guard has declined his $48.97 million player option to become a free agent, according to Andscape’s Marc Spears. It cannot be officially announced until Monday. Advertisement Washington is still seen as the leader to sign the point guard even as multiple teams are expected to …

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Knick York Post cover wrap for June 18 2026 After a 53-year drought, the New York Knicks turned the city blue and orange — bringing home the NBA Championship Trophy for the first time since …

After the Knicks won their first championship in 53 years, immediately came talk of a potential repeat. Bringing back such a deep and capable team to “run it back” certainly won’t be easy. In an appearance on WFAN’s “The Carton Show” on Wednesday, Knicks owner James Dolan made one promise on how he will go about building his team going …

The Warriors may not know who will be available when they’re on the clock next week, but general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. made one thing clear Wednesday: Golden State believes it is in a strong position to add an impact player with the No. 11 overall pick. Speaking during his annual pre-draft media availability, Dunleavy repeatedly praised the depth of …

After finishing the regular season fourth in the NBA with a record of 53-29 and getting swept in the second round of the NBA Playoffs by the Oklahoma City Thunder, Luka Dončić admits last season was “bad,” and also revealed what kind of help he needs this offseason. Essentially Sports, reported that Dončić appeared in two different interviews within the …

The Knicks are going nowhere!  New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that the viral blue and orange 34th Street subway entrance will be kept as is through the end of next year’s NBA season “to keep the celebration going” after the Knicks’ historic Finals win.  Advertisement The Madison Square Garden station was repainted in the Knicks’ iconic blue and orange …

New York’s first ticker-tape parade was held for the dedication of the Statue of Liberty in 1886. Teddy Roosevelt and Nelson Mandela were similarly honored, as were Queen Elizabeth II and Pope John Paul II, Charles Lindbergh and Amelia Earhart, soldiers, astronauts and Olympians, the Yankees, Mets, Giants, Rangers, Liberty, Gotham FC and so many more. Advertisement Finally, after 210 …

It’s hard to truly be a buzzkill the day before a championship parade 53 years in the making, but James Dolan really seems to be trying his hardest. In an interview with WFAN’s Craig Carton on Wednesday afternoon, the Knicks’ owner, who had gained a nice PR boost after his 15-minute speech to the Knicks in April was leaked, said …

The Big Apple is ready for a big celebration. The New York Knickswon their first NBA Finals in 53 years when they beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 on Saturday, June 13. It is their first time hoisting the Larry O’Brien Trophy since 1973 and the city is preparing for a party fitting of the occasion. MVP …

It appears that a return of LeBron James to the Los Angeles Lakers is likely this offseason, but according to reports from ESPN Senior Writer Marc J. Spears, it appears a former Los Angeles hero and teammate of James could be coming with him and reuniting. Spears said on ESPN’s NBA Today that he’s heard reports that James will be …

Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Graham Ike is right on the border of being picked in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft. Ike is currently ranked as the No. 64 best available prospect, according to ESPN. Even if he ends up going undrafted, that doesn’t mean the Aurora, Colorado native can’t find his way to making the league down the …

While New York is still celebrating its title — the parade on Thursday in Manhattan is expected to draw more than 1 million people — the NBA offseason is coming fast. And it’s coming for the Knicks roster (more on that below). Here is all the latest Advertisement Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam set an artificial deadline of wanting to have …

Washington Wizards guard Trae Young is expected to decline his $48.97 million player option for the 2026-27 season, ESPN’s Marc Spears reported Wednesday. The four-time All-Star guard will now become an unrestricted free agent on Monday. Spears reported that Young loves the team in D.C. and that Washington remains the “front runner,” which aligns with Jake Fischer’s report that “the …

NEW YORK (AP) — New York is celebrating the Knicks in classic style Thursday, throwing a ticker-tape parade for the team that brought home the NBA championship longed for by generations of fans. The Knicks’ victory — after a 53-year drought – has electrified New Yorkers, and Mayor Zohran Mamdani has predicted that Thursday’s parade might be one of the …

Knicks set to be first NBA team to visit White House under Trump originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New York Knicks will visit the White House to celebrate their NBA championship, an administration official confirmed to NBC News on Wednesday. Advertisement President Donald Trump’s hometown team will be the first NBA champions to visit the White House during …

President Donald Trump came to see the Knicks at Madison Square Garden for the NBA Finals. Now, the champs are returning the favor. Knicks owner James Dolan confirmed Wednesday during an interview on WFAN that the team will go to the White House to be feted by the president. The Knicks celebrate their Game 5 win over the Spurs to …