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Fox Sports
2 days ago
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Minnesota Timberwolves will make the first selection of the second round of the NBA draft
Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The NBA draft resumes Thursday night with the Minnesota Timberwolves making the first selection of the second round. The draft picks up where it left off at Barclays Center in Brooklyn — though in a much smaller portion of it than was used Wednesday for the first round. The second round begins with the No. 31 pick and this year runs through No. 59 instead of 60, with the New York Knicks having been penalized their selection for tampering by negotiating with Jalen Brunson too soon before eventually signing the guard away from Dallas in 2022. The NBA points to the success of players such as Brunson, who became an All-NBA selection in New York, and three-time MVP Nikola Jokic of Denver when touting the types of difference-makers who could come out of the second round. The Mavericks, who selected Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick on Wednesday, do not currently have a selection in Round 2. The NBA began a two-night format for the draft last year after doing it one night ended too late. ___ AP NBA: recommended
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Why are New York Knicks blamed for 2025 NBA Draft's 29 picks scenario in second round?
Jalen Brunson via Getty Images With all eyes set on the 2025 NBA draft, the Dallas Mavericks have already set their foot on the right note. The NBA draft session is divided into two phases starting on June 25 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. According to the recent update on the 2025 NBA draft, there are only 59 picks altogether, distributed as 30 for the first round and 29 for the second. With the information of only 59 picks available for the 2025 NBA draft, New York Knicks has been labeled as a potential reason behind this structure of draft. Why New York Knicks is the reason behind only 29 picks in second round of 2025 NBA draft With the 2025 NBA draft inching closer towards its D-Day, the New York Knicks have become a hotbed of discussion in the basketball world. The recent shift in the total number of picks divided over two days for the 2025 NBA draft rounds underway on June 25 has pointed all fingers towards the Knicks. The entire controversy dates back to the 2022 NBA draft, when the New York Knicks went on to tamper with Jalen Brunson ahead of his free agency. The third particular act brought the New York Knicks under the scanner. The reputed NBA team was also stripped off their second-round pick rights as a part of the punishment. However, this even led to the NBA to open a tampering investigation. After nearly five months of looking into the matter, the league announced its decision. The New York Knicks had broken rules related to the timing of free agency talks; the NBA went on to penalize the team by stripping them of their second-round pick in the 2025 draft. Jalen Brunson - NEW YORK KNICKS LEGEND ! 🔥 2025 Highlights Reportedly, Jalen Brunson has spent around four years of his NBA career with the Dallas Mavericks. The popular basketball star was supposed to enter free agency but went ahead and signed a contract with the New York Knicks, cutting all ties with Mavericks. Back in 2022, the fallout between Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks generated waves on the internet. The suspicious circumstances with respect to Brunson's deal even brought his father into the spotlight. Back then Jalen Brunson's father was the assistant coach of the Knicks. Also Read: 'It was really hard for me'- LeBron James' wife Savannah reveals how being a teenage mother negatively impacted her sense of identity Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
"Jeez, They're Loud!": Rowdy Fans Interrupt Jalen Brunson's Interview With "Knicks In 6" Chants
The Knicks pulled off their third 20-point comeback in the Playoffs this season. They came back and beat the Pacers 106-100 in Indiana. Naturally, Knicks fans, who are famously very aggressive and rowdy, also somehow reached Indiana. During Jalen Brunson's post-game interview, while he spoke about bouncing back from his struggles in Game 3, fans started chanting behind Kenny Smith and the "Inside the NBA" crew. So much that Brunson couldn't even hear himself think. In response to Smith's questions, Brunson was responding, "One, I've got to stop fouling. Two, just the way they play, they play so hard. And what they're able to do, it builds confidence for our team. Obviously, I've got to play better, I've got to stop turning the ball over. I've got to be a better leader, on and off the court.... (interrupted by fan chants) Jeez! They're loud! I can barely hear myself think right now." Knicks fans are present all over the country. Despite not having any glory since 1973, the Knicks arguably have the third biggest fan base, following the Lakers and the Warriors. From cursing at Trae Young to taking to the streets after beating the Celtics in Game 6, Knicks fans are ready to be up in arms about anything related to their team. This makes them one of the most loved and hated fan bases in the world. Loved by millions of other New York fans, hated by almost everyone else. When Rowdy Knicks Fans Took To NYC Streets After Game 6 Win Against The Celtics After the Knicks beat a handicapped Celtics in Game 6 of their second-round series, mayhem ensued in New York. The streets were filled with fans not just cheering for the Knicks but also trash-talking other teams and were on the verge of assaulting individuals as well. From throwing trash at a Tyrese Haliburton fan to hurling profanities at NBA Insider Brian Windhorst, many witnessed the craze of what happens in New York after a major Knicks win. The Haliburton supporter, Hans Perez got a silver lining from facing that harassment on the streets of New York. Haliburton invited him to Game 4 (i.e the next game) in Indiana. Haliburton said, "I want to personally bring you and a plus one out here to come to Game 4 here in Indiana. I'll bring you guys out here, put you guys up, get you guys seats to the game. The Pacers, everybody in our organization wants to make sure you're taken care of, all of the team is excited to meet you." Advertisement Everybody knows how violent and aggressive Knicks fans can get. If Haliburton manages to beat the Knicks at home in Game 5 to eliminate them from the Playoffs, one would anticipate that he dethrones Trae Young to become the most hated man in New York. Related: "It's An Emotional Game": Jalen Brunson Gets Real On Struggles In Game 3 Win Against Pacers
New York Post
18-06-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Knicks fans have one clear beef with the The Post's Mount Postmore selections
The Post kicked off its 15-part Most Postmore series Wednesday, starting with our selections for the Knicks. And as you'd expect with one of the most passionate fan bases in sports, the list elicited a range of reactions. The biggest gripe in response to the list — which featured Patrick Ewing, Jalen Brunson, Walt Frazier and Willis Reed — was the inclusion of Brunson. Despite his tremendous output since arriving at MSG, Brunson has only spent three seasons in New York and hasn't reached the Finals, which appears to be the most common argument against No. 11.
New York Post
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Jalen Brunson's ‘confused' tweet sends Knicks fans spiraling before shock reality TV reveal
'Law & Order: SVU' isn't the only show in Jalen Brunson's TV rotation. The star Knicks guard sent fans spiraling Tuesday after cryptically posting on X, 'I am genuinely confused.' As responses from Knicks fans poured in, many asking what's going on, Brunson, 28, cleared the air and dropped a villa-sized bombshell. 6 Knicks star Jalen Brunson sent fans into a tizzy after a cryptic tweet in June 2025. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post 6 Brunson then clarified he was speaking about the reality dating show 'Love Island.' Ben Symons/PEACOCK 'Damn my bad yall, I was talking about love island,' the two-time All-Star wrote in a follow-up post. Brunson, widely known for his Mariska Hargitay and 'Law & Order' fandom, was referencing the global phenomenon and reality TV dating franchise 'Love Island.' The seventh season of the U.S. installment premiered on Peacock earlier this month and is hosted by 'Vanderpump Rules' alum Ariana Madix. 6 Jalen Brunson is known for being a superfan of 'Law & Order: SVU.' Getty Images for Tribeca Festival 6 The seventh season of 'Love Island' recently premiered and is hosted by Ariana Madix. Ben Symons/Peacock Brunson's tweets follow what's been a wild start to the offseason for the Knicks, who were defeated by the Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals in six. Days later, the Knicks fired head coach Tom Thibodeau after five seasons. 6 The Knicks' offseason began after their Eastern Conference Finals loss to the Pacers. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post 6 The Knicks fired coach Tom Thibodeau in June 2025. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post The team, stonewalled by other organizations to speak with their head coaches — including the Mavericks' Jason Kidd— are slated to meet with Taylor Jenkins and Mike Brown about the coaching vacancy this week. Though unclear whether the candidates' TV preferences will be addressed in the interview process, Brunson isn't the only New York sports star captivated by 'Love Island.' When speaking to the media Wednesday, Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito quipped that he and rookie teammate Jaxson Dart 'might go on 'Love Island,'' The Post's Paul Schwartz reported. 'We've talked about it,' the New Jersey native added. Surely there's room for more at Casa Amor.
