

The Strickland Test: The ice is right
Dallas Amico introduces The Strickland Test, a very complicated and extensive legal process in which he will determine the legitimacy of concepts the Knicks could hope to employ in today’s NBA. Today: a Tom Thibodeau staple, “icing” pick-and-rolls.
Free Agent Profile: Harry Giles III
Jonathan Schulman and Matthew Miranda dive deep on Harry Giles, a big man free agent who doesn’t fill the biggest need for the Knicks in free agency, but offers tantalizing upside and a unique skillset at just 22 years old.
The case for Patrick Williams; or, how to rebuild while rebuilding
Guest writer PD Web breaks down why the Knicks should look at Patrick Williams in the No. 8 spot — a raw talent, the youngest American in the draft, and a player who would let the Knicks push priorities one more year for a stacked 2021 draft class.
Draft Profile: Kira Lewis Jr.
Prez examines the game of Kira Lewis Jr., a lightning-quick young sophomore out of Alabama whose slight frame and fear of contact could hold him back in the NBA.
Trade up opportunities for the Knicks in the 2020 NBA Draft
New contributor Tyrese London examines the history of the 27th and 38th picks in the draft, and outlines a few opportunities the Knicks could look into to move up in the 20s.
Revisiting the Kristaps Porzingis trade
Shwinnypooh and Jeffrey Bellone look back on the Kristaps Porzingis trade a year and a half later and attempt to take an honest assessment of the deal that sent out a player once considered a future Knicks star, for better or worse.
Strick Knicks Hangover Fix: Back to work
JB breaks down the most important Knicks news of the week, headlined by the Knicks taking the court again! (To practice, don’t get too excited.)
The Knicks should sign Facundo Campazzo, because magic is fun
Jack Huntley outlines that while he might not be the biggest, fastest, or youngest point guard available to the Knicks this offseason, getting Facundo Campazzo could be the best move to bring fun back to Madison Square Garden.
Draft Profile: Deni Avdija
Prez breaks down the game of Deni Avdija, a do-it-all wing from Israel who could provide the Knicks a needed high-floor talent. But will his shot translate to the NBA?
Mitchell Robinson and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Contract
Jeremy Cohen dives deep into Mitchell Robinson’s contract situation, and how, while painful for fans, it could be a good idea to consider moving him via trade before his first big payday.
Macri’s Missives: How to build the Knicks to be ahead of the curve
Jonathan Macri is joined by The Strickland’s own Dallas Amico to try to learn lessons from the NBA bubble and attempt to get ahead of the curve in turning the Knicks into a contender.
Free Agent Profile: Christian Wood
Shwinnypooh and Matthew Miranda take a look at Christian Wood, an intriguing young big man who popped off in Detroit this season with a game tailor-made for the 2020 NBA.
Draft Profile: Aleksej Pokusevski
Prez analyzes the game of Aleksej Pokusevski, the youngest player in the 2020 draft. A stretch 4 with a game like a 2 guard, will Poku’s body and mind catch up to his abilities?
A case for the Knicks to avoid chasing stars (for now)
New contributor Rob Wolkenbrod breaks down the case for the Knicks to avoid star-chasing (at least at this moment in time).
“I think we see Willis coming out”: An oral history of the Knicks’ Game 7 win in the 1970 NBA Finals
Matthew Miranda dives deep on Game 7 of the 1970 NBA Finals that brought the Knicks their first championship, with interviews from three fans that were around for the most fateful night in Knicks history.
Draft Profile: Obi Toppin
Prez breaks down the game of Obi Toppin, an offensive force in college whose status as a defensive liability could limit him in the NBA.
Strick Knicks Hangover Fix: Victor Oladipo, Donovan Mitchell, and more
JB catches you up on the week that was in Knicks news and rumors, including Oladipo whispers, Mitchell dreams dying, and speculation of a Paul/Anthony team-up 10 years too late.
Vassell, Bane, and a case for the Knicks to prioritize off-ball players
Jack Huntley takes you into the world of the 95% in basketball, otherwise known as the percentage of time that a player spends without the ball in his hands, and why the Knicks should prioritize off-ball players like Devin Vassell and Desmond Bane in the draft and beyond.
Draft Profile: Grant Riller
Prez breaks down Grant Riller, a guard who’s old (even for a senior), but a complete scorer with the ability to score at all three levels and break down a defense.
Free Agent Profile: Brandon Ingram
Jonathan Schulman and Shwinnypooh break down the case for the Knicks to pursue Brandon Ingram in free agency, including whether trying to get the restricted free agent out of New Orleans would be worth it.
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