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• Knicks will make history as first NBA team to visit Trump White House

  18-06-2026 00:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Knicks trumpPresident 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 clinch the NBA title. Charles Wenzelberg / NY PostTrump at NBA Finals Game 3. Charles Wenzelberg / New York PostIt will mark the first time an NBA champion is
  
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• NBA Offseason Trade/Free Agent Rumors 2026: Antetokounmpo saga could drag on past draft, Kevin Love to Lakers

  18-06-2026 07:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  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 latestAntetokounmpo saga drags on past draft?Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam set an artificial deadline of wanting to have the Giannis Antetokounmpo saga wrapped up by the NBA Draft. It makes sense. If the Bucks want picks in this deep draft class as
  
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• Take a Risk at Graham Ike on a Two-Way Contract

  18-06-2026 06:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Feb 25, 2026; Spokane, Washington, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Graham Ike (15) controls the ball against the Portland Pilots in the first half at McCarthey Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images | James Snook-Imagn Images 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
  
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• New Yorkers are set to fete the Knicks with a ticker-tape parade

  18-06-2026 06:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  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 biggest in the city's history. The mere fact that it's happening is historic in itself. Although the Knicks won the championship
  
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• NYPD to dispatch record 10,000 officers to New York Knicks parade

  18-06-2026 04:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The New York Police Department said it will deploy more than 10,000 officers for the New York Knicks' championship parade on Thursday, June 18.The police made the announcement on social media on Wednesday, June 17, saying that the number of police officers involved in the parade will be "the largest number assigned to any planned event."Several security measures will be in place, including K9 units and drones.The Knicks won their first championship in 53 years on Saturday, June 13 when they beat
  
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• Trae Young reportedly plans to decline $49 million option with Wizards, will hit NBA free agency

  18-06-2026 04:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 NBA free agent class will have its top point guard.Washington Wizards guard Trae Young plans to decline his $48.97 million option for the 2026-27 season and will become a free agent on Monday, according to Andscape's Marc Spears. The Wizards reportedly remain the frontrunner to sign Young long-term, but he expects to get max contract interest from other teams.It was reported earlier this week that Young has been receiving trade interest, as well.Young joined the Wizards via a midseason
  
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• Report: Trae Young plans to decline $48.97M player option

  18-06-2026 03:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BOSTON, MA - MARCH 14: Trae Young #3 of the Washington Wizards looks on during the game against the Boston Celtics on March 14, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Washington Wizards
  
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• All the buzz on Keaton Wagler’s NBA Draft stock

  18-06-2026 03:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With the NBA Draft now under a week away, that means that information is starting to leak and teams are starting to hone in on who they want to select on June 23.One of the names that’s been garnering a lot of attention is one that’s near and dear to Illini fans’s hearts, Keaton Wagler. NBA insiders, journalists and media professionals alike have been putting out reports of all shapes and sizes about Wagler while trying to predict where he may end up.And it doesn’t seem l
  
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• Knicks ticker-tape parade: How to watch on SNY and everything you need to know

  18-06-2026 03:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks have won an NBA championship for the first time in 53 years, and on Thursday, their accomplishment will be celebrated with a parade through the Canyon of Heroes. Despite this being the Knicks' third championship in franchise history, this will be the first ticker-tape parade to honor the team, so expect a massive turnout in lower Manhattan. The festivities are set to begin at 10 a.m., but parade-goers should try and arrive earlier. If you're not going to the parade, SNY
  
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• Knicks ticker-tape parade: How to watch coverage on SNY and everything you need to know

  18-06-2026 03:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks have won an NBA championship for the first time in 53 years, and on Thursday, their accomplishment will be celebrated with a parade through the Canyon of Heroes. Despite this being the Knicks' third championship in franchise history, this will be the first ticker-tape parade to honor the team, so expect a massive turnout in lower Manhattan. The festivities are set to begin at 10 a.m., but parade-goers should try and arrive earlier. If you're not going to the parade, SNY
  
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• Knicks ticker-tape parade: How to watch and everything you need to know

  18-06-2026 03:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks have won an NBA championship for the first time in 53 years, and on Thursday, their accomplishment will be celebrated with a parade through the Canyon of Heroes. Despite this being the Knicks' third championship in franchise history, this will be the first ticker-tape parade to honor the team, so expect a massive turnout in lower Manhattan. The festivities are set to begin at 10 a.m., but parade-goers should try and arrive earlier. If you're not going to the parade, SNY
  
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• Why James Dolan's second apron comments raise big questions about Knicks' ability to keep championship roster

  18-06-2026 03:19 via cbssports.com
  
  Key players like Mitchell Robinson and Landry Shamet could be difficult for New York to keep
  
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• Tyon Grant-Foster Authorized to Compete by NBA Panel

  18-06-2026 03:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Feb 21, 2026; Spokane, Washington, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Tyon Grant-Foster (7) controls the ball against the Pacific Tigers in the first half at McCarthey Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images | James Snook-Imagn Images One thing that hasn’t been talked about at all during this offseason is any of wing Tyon Grant-Foster’s offseason workouts with NBA franchises. The reason for that is he wasn’t cleared by the NBA’s fitness-to-play panel. That ha
  
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• Why the Spurs might not bring back any of their own free agents

  18-06-2026 03:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 3: Harrison Barnes #40 of the San Antonio Spurs dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks during Game One of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 3, 2026 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE(Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/N
  
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• Ben Stiller confirms the rumors — he’s making a Knicks documentary for HBO

  18-06-2026 02:58 via yahoo.com
  Knicks Ben StillerThe rumors were there the entire postseason run. Now that the Knicks are the NBA champions, Ben Stiller can confirm it — he is, in fact, making a documentary about the team.The Hollywood actor, producer and director ended all the speculation during an appearance on Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart’s “Roommates Show” on Wednesday.Stiller, an avid Knicks fan, said the “dream project” will be made with A24 for HBO and has the “full cooperation&
  
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• LeBron James Lakers reunion appears likely, but former LA hero rumored to come with

  18-06-2026 02:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  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 reuniting with the Lakers and it appears likely that Kevin Love will be joining forces with him.“I’m hearing that he is likely coming back,&rdquo
  
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• Mike Dunleavy Jr. gives insight into Warriors NBA draft plans ahead of pivotal No. 11 pick

  18-06-2026 02:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Steve Kerr; Stephen Curry; Yaxel LendeborgThe 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 the 2026 NBA Draft and expressed confidence that the Warriors can find a player capable of contri
  
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• James Dolan reveals one thing Knicks ‘cannot’ do to run it back with entire roster for repeat bid

  18-06-2026 02:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Immediately after the Knicks won their first championship in 53 years came talks 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 forward.Owner James Dolan looks on during the fourth quarter of the Knicks’ NBA title-clinching Game 5 win over the Spurs
  
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• Get your copy of our historic Kings of New York parade day paper

  18-06-2026 02:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
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  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 1973. As the hometown paper of New York, we’re celebrating the newly crowned kings of the city by changing our name, in print and across digital — for one day only — to the Knick Y
  
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• Knicks to follow up Trump boos at Madison Square Garden with White House visit, says Dolan

  18-06-2026 01:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Knicks celebrate their title.Photograph: Ronald Cortes/Getty ImagesNew York Knicks owner James Dolan says his team will become the first NBA champions to visit Donald Trump at the White House.“We just did receive an invitation from the White House, which we accepted,” Dolan said during an appearance on WFAN New York on Wednesday. “We still have to figure out the details … but yes, of course. Look, I invited the president to come down for [last week’s Game 3 of
  
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• Brunson and Hart throw out first pitches at Yankee Stadium as Knicks celebrate NBA title

  18-06-2026 01:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Knicks’ victory tour following their first NBA championship since 1973 made another stop Wednesday night when Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart threw out ceremonial first pitches at Yankee Stadium.Before the Yankees played the Chicago White Sox, Brunson and Hart were met with a standing ovation and loud cheers from fans as they took the field to a montage of highlights from the title run.Standing in front of the mound and wearing Yankees pinstripes, Brunson mad
  
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• Knicks will become first NBA team to visit Trump White House, owner James Dolan says

  18-06-2026 01:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The New York Knicks plan to become the first NBA team to visit President Donald Trump at the White House, according to team owner James Dolan.Dolan, a personal friend of Trump, revealed the White House had extended an invitation and the Knicks have accepted during an appearance on "The Craig Carton Show" on Wednesday:"We just did receive an invitation from the White House, which we accepted. We still have to figure out the details, etc., but yes, of course. Look, I invited the president to come
  
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• Tiago Splitter takes over as Bulls coach and promises team will compete every night

  18-06-2026 00:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO (AP) — Growing up in Brazil, Tiago Splitter used to watch Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls in the middle of the night.“Hidden from my parents and at 1 a.m., watching M.J. games and rooting for the Bulls,” Splitter said with a wry grin.That was the most successful period in franchise history. Now the Bulls are hoping to start another winning era with Splitter on the sideline.The 41-year-old Splitter was formally introduced on Wednesday as the 25th coach in franchise
  
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• Knicks' James Dolan on next season's roster construction: 'Cannot go into the second apron'

  18-06-2026 00:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Turnover in professional sports is common, especially when it's a salary cap sport. But after the Knicks' generational run culminated with their first NBA Championship in 53 years, is it possible that notable names won't be returning next season? Well, Knicks owner James Dolan was a guest on WFAN's Carton Show on Wednesday and was asked what the chances are that some players won't be returning, and Dolan was honest."If we could bring back the whole team, exactly as is, why wouldn&rsquo
  
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• Knicks set to be first NBA team to visit White House under Trump

  18-06-2026 00:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Knicks set to be first NBA team to visit White House under Trump originally appeared on NBC Sports BostonThe New York Knicks will visit the White House to celebrate their NBA championship, an administration official confirmed to NBC News on Wednesday.President Donald Trump’s hometown team will be the first NBA champions to visit the White House during either of his terms in office.Knicks owner James Dolan first shared the news in an interview with WFAN sports radio Wednesday.“We just
  
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• Cavs 2016 champion says the team ‘hasn’t invited him back once’

  18-06-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 10: JR Smith and Kevin Love smile after the game between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks during Game Four of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 10, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE(Photo by Jim Poorten/NBAE via Gett
  
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• James Dolan’s wild ride to Knicks championship owner: ‘After 25 freaking years of doing this, I might actually have learned something’

  18-06-2026 00:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Knicks owner Jim Dolan being interviewed by Ernie Johnson Jr., during the trophy ceremony after the Knicks defeated the Spurs to win the NBA Championship.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 the
  
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• White sneakers and signature shots: What The Post will remember most from Knicks’ title run

  18-06-2026 00:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  knicks vignettesAs 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 and my sneakers.Neither was for sentimental reasons. The sneakers are clean and white, a proud accomplishment I’
  
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• Knicks to become first NBA champion to visit Trump White House, Dolan says

  18-06-2026 00:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  An NBA champion will visit the White House for the first time during the administration of President Donald J. Trump.New York Knicks owner James Dolan, who invited Trump to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals, said the team will accept an invite from the president on Wednesday, June 17, during an appearance on WFAN New York.“As a matter of fact, thank you for asking me that, we just did receive an invitation from the White House, which we accepted,” Dolan said during the appearance. &ldq
  
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• John Wall wants the Wizards to pick Darryn Peterson No. 1 overall

  17-06-2026 23:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHICAGO, IL - MAY 12: Darryn Peterson shoots the ball during the 2026 NBA Draft Combine on May 12, 2026 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Melissa Tamez/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Well, the 2026 NBA Draft is now less than one w
  
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