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The Maple Mamba on FIRE | Hard Knicks Life Meditation is BACK from 2023-12-12T18:00:10.190621
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the Knicks recent mini-slide, RJ Barrett aka “The Maple Mamba” catching fire and, for the first time in a long time, we MEDITATE together!
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Is This The Turning Point of the Knicks Season? from 2023-12-12T18:00:10.176282
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the surprising move by Thibodeau to pull Kemba Walker out of the rotation and name Alec Burks the starting PG, the Knicks’ BIG win in Atlanta and a dogfight in...
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Are the Knicks in a Downward Spiral&Can the Season be Saved? from 2023-12-12T18:00:10.171758
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the Knicks who seem to be spiraling downward as Tom Thibodeau continues searching for the right starting lineup amidst their worst stretch of the season - what...
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RJ Barrett Buzzer Beater Beats Boston, Julius Randle Silences the Critics from 2023-12-12T18:00:10.157210
RJ Barrett's buzzer beater completes the Knicks comeback led by Evan Fournier's 41 points and Julius Randle silencing the critics versus the Boston Celtics at Madison Square Garden on national t...
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The Biggest Decision the Knicks Front Office Will Ever Make from 2023-12-12T18:00:10.094191
The New York Knicks beat the Sacramento Kings but we are here to discuss the BIGGEST DECISION this Front Office will ever make at the NBA Trade Deadline which is nearing closer - will the Knicks...
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At Least We Got RJ | Should Thibs Give Deuce a Chance? from 2023-12-12T18:00:10.078030
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the streaking in the wrong direction Knicks, has RJ Barrett turned a corner and should Thibs give Deuce a chance or is Alec really the Knicks’ best op...
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Just 2 Game Left | Obi Proves Us Right? | Barry’s Man-Crush from 2023-12-12T18:00:10.064015
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the Knicks who are about to play their final 2 games of the season, Obi Toppin’s continued strong play, proof that Thibs is wrong, Barry’s “man crush” on Jericho ...
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THIS is the Start of Free Agency, Knicks Sign Brunson&Hartenstein from 2023-12-12T18:00:10.058171
Craig, Barry and Blandy react to the first day of free agency and signings of Jalen Brunson (4y/104M) and Isaiah Hartenstein, discuss next possible moves by Leon and the front office and celebrate ...
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Season 6 Premiere | Donovan Mitchell is Traded to Cleveland from 2023-12-12T18:00:10.050713
Craig, Barry and Blandy are finally reunited for the season premiere of It’s a Hard Knicks Life Season 6 to discuss the shocking news of Donovan Mitchell being traded to Cleveland, did Leon Rose ma...
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The"Lost"Episode | The Night Before the Mitchell Trade from 2023-12-12T18:00:10.044944
This is the "lost" episode and the original Season 6 premiere which we recorded the night before the Donovan Mitchell trade. We recorded on the night of August 31st but due to website issues with o...
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Odds we Trade Julius | Final Takes on Donovan Mitchell | Fournier vs Grimes from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.995818
Craig, Barry and Blandy discuss the aftermath following the Donovan Mitchell trade (for the last time ever), debate whether Evan Fournier should or shouldn’t be in the starting lineup and what are ...
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Day 1 of 6 Straight Pods: How Would Thibs Rank His Own Players? from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.972667
In honor of the return of Knicks basketball this week, Craig, Barry and Blandy are coming at you with 6 straight days of Hard Knicks Life podcasts! On Day 1, we channel our inner Thibodeau’s and as...
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Day 2 of 6 Straight Pods: Knicks Preseason Opener Preview | Will We Ever Be Happy? from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.970239
In honor of the return of Knicks basketball this week, Craig, Barry and Blandy are coming at you with 6 straight days of Hard Knicks Life podcasts! On Day 2, we discuss what we are looking forward ...
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Day 3 of 6 Straight Pods: The Knicks (and Ralph) Are Officially Back | Jalen Brunson’s Knicks Garden Debut from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.964755
On Day 3 of 6 straight days of Hard Knicks Life podcasts, Craig, Barry and Blandy over and/or under-react to the Knicks preseason opener against the Detroit Pistons featuring the Knicks debut of Ja...
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Day 4 of 6 Straight Pods: Thibodeau Praises Brunson | Let’s Play: Who Said That? from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.961110
On Day 4 of 6 straight days of Hard Knicks Life podcasts, Craig, Barry and Blandy listen in as Thibodeau lays heavy praise on Jalen Brunson after just one preseason game, Barry tries to stump Bl...
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Day 5 of 6 Straight Pods: Reactions to Thursday’s Mitch Rob Presser | The Return of “The Wheel” from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.957857
On Day 5 of 6 straight days of Hard Knicks Life podcasts, Craig, Barry and Blandy react to the latest Mitchell Robinson press conference from Thursday in which he claims he will show us more in Yea...
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Day 6 of 6 Straight Pods: Obi and Knicks Beat Pacers | It’s a Motherf**kin’ Party and You’re ALL Invited from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.951726
The Knicks destroy the Pacers on Friday night led by Obi Toppin, a longtime show mystery may be uncovered, the greatest Thibodeau impression you will ever hear, the grossest voicemail you will ever...
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Brooklyn Nets Dumpster Fire and a Donovan Mitchell Nightmare from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.938213
The Brooklyn Nets are a dumpster fire and we are here for every second of it and we recap the loss against a red-hot shooting Cavs team led by Donovan Mitchell, Kevin Love and Dean Wade.
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Obi Toppin Proves Thibs Wrong… Again from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.935513
Obi Toppin just proved Tom Thibodeau wrong and now what happens? Can Obi play the 3? Can Randle and Obi play alongside more? Should Barry apologize to Cam Reddish? Would would you rather have on th...
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Are Mitchell Robinson, Quentin Grimes and the Knicks Turning a Corner? from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.892123
The Knicks have lost 5 of their last 7 games but with close losses against quality opponents and players like Mitchell Robinson and Quentin Grimes getting more comfortable, we ask… are the Knicks t...
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Leon Rose’s Fierce Loyalty to Mediocrity from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.889991
The Knicks come off a big win against Cleveland at home with Barry sitting courtside but is that enough to stop the bleeding and save Tom Thibodeau’s job amid reports from Ian Begley that Leon Rose...
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Are Julius Randle and Jalen Brunson All-Star Worthy, Knicks Streaking (Again), What is Vurp? from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.882159
The Knicks winning streak hits four, is Julius Randle an All-Star, what about Jalen Brunson and why are some Knicks fans still irate that Cam Reddish isn’t starting. Vurp???
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Knicks Trade for Josh Hart | Jericho Sims Joins NBA Slam Dunk Contest | More NBA Trade Deadline Rumors from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.871030
The Knicks make an early move ahead of the trade deadline acquiring Josh Hart from the Blazers for Cam Reddish and we react LIVE, will there be any more moves and we WILL have a third representativ...
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Immanuel Quickley SHOCKS Boston on ESPN | NINE WINS IN A ROW | Can the Knicks Win It All? from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.862419
Immanuel Quickley comes up HUGE to shock the Celtics in Double Overtime for the Knicks 9th straight win, Julius Randle finally gets an apology (sort of) after beating the Heat at the buzzer and CAN...
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Knicks (Barely) Survive Game 2 Against Miami to Tie the Series | Puking on the LIRR and on Barry’s Rug from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.798096
Led by Josh Hart, Jalen Brunson, Julius Randle and iHart, the Knicks beat a Miami Heat team minus Jalen Brunson to tie the best of 7 series at 1… and why everyone is puking on the LIRR and Barry’s ...
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EMERGENCY EPISODE!!! from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.791208
It’s an EMERGENCY It’s a Hard Knicks Life… listen to find out why.
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BACK FROM THE DEAD #NoTeamDot from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.784790
We are back... from the dead. Seriously. This is the re-birth of the ONLY Knicks podcast that does it different. Let's talk about everything we don't want to talk about - Knicks Media Day, the off-...
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Blandy versus Buck and Where is Julius Randle’s Soul? from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.773815
The Knicks are 5 games into the NBA season, Julius Randle is playing like he doesn’t care and Blandy goes head to head with a Buck on Halloween... plus all our early season Knicks takes!
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Knicks Fall to Bucks, 2nd Quarter of"Doom", Blandy vs Hoodie from 2023-12-12T18:00:09.759476
Personal emergency derails Craig's Knicks experience as the Knicks fall to the Bucks, Blandy takes on the HOODIE.
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Tom Thibodeau’s Top 5 “Thibs Guys”&the Return of an All-Time Great from 2023-11-15T04:58:10
Coach Thibs is in studio to discuss his favorite Knicks… Barry is going under the knife… and the return of ONE of our all-time callers.
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The First Ever HKL Knicks Player Power Rankings REVEALED! from 2023-11-10T05:00:29
The boys reveal their first ever Hard Knicks Life Knicks Player Power Rankings from #5 all the way to #1 eight games into the season - the results may surprise you! Plus the MSG debut of Victor Wem...
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Opening Night Heartbreak, Blandy is a No-Show, THE SHOW MUST GO ON from 2023-10-26T03:52:26
The Knicks lose a heartbreaker on opening night to Eastern Conference favorites - the Boston Celtics while Blandy is a no-show but THE SHOW MUST GO ON. We’re kicking it old school with Barry and Cr...
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Quentin Grimes Hate, The ESPN Top 100, Celtics vs Knicks Reactions from 2023-10-11T04:09:29
Craig loses it after a voicemail critiquing last week's show and then the boys react to the Knicks first preseason game against the Celtics, a recent Bleacher Report article hating on Quentin Grime...
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It’s a Wrap | From Heartbreak to Perspective on the Knicks 2022-23 Season from 2023-05-20T04:59:33
The heartbreak of the Knicks loss to the heat has passed so it’s finally time to celebrate the Hard Knicks Life of the 2022-23 NBA season.
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The Knicks Aren’t Done Yet! Brunson, Grimes and Mitch Show HUGE Heart in Win Over Miami from 2023-05-11T03:49:31
Jalen Brunson puts up 38 points in a do-or-die Game 5, Quentin Grimes makes a legendary steal on one leg and Mitchell Robinson is the greatest clutch free throw shooter of all-time! Knicks WIN! Kni...
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Knicks Advance for First Time in 10 years, Blandy Ruins a Perfect Night and it’s Time to Apologize from 2023-04-27T04:35:03
The Knicks eliminate the Cleveland Cavaliers in 5 games led by a monstrous effort by Mitchell Robinson, how Blandy ruined what was otherwise a perfect night and why Craig deserves all the apologies!
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The Mecca is LIT, RJ is CLUTCH and the Knicks Take a 3-1 Series Lead vs Cleveland from 2023-04-24T03:53:05
Jalen Brunson, RJ Barrett and TOM THIBODEAU lead the Knicks to a 3-1 series lead against the Cleveland Cavaliers and the motehrf**kin’ MECCA is LIT!!!
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Brunson, Julius and Hart Beat Up Cavs in Game 1 | Randle Returns with a VENGEANCE from 2023-04-16T04:01:35
The Knicks, led by Julius Randle, Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart, shock the Cavs in Game 1 on the road. Craig's calling a sweep, Barry does "Coach Thibs" and Blandy can't stop talking Zion. It's a HAR...
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The Rise of Immanuel Quickley, Season Predictions: WHO WAS RIGHT?! from 2023-03-31T03:46:39
When did Immanuel Quickley become this good, we re-visit our Knicks season predictions and see who is doing the best and what will the Knicks do without Julius Randle for 2 weeks?
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The Greatest Game of Deuce McBride’s Knicks Life | Mitchell Robinson: I’m TIRED ASF??? from 2023-03-16T04:05:58
The Knicks take the final 2 games of the west coast trip as Deuce McBride plays the greatest game of his Knicks life, Josh Hart beats up on his former team and Mitchell Robinson is, according to hi...
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We are BACK and the Knicks are Moving Up the Playoff Standings from 2023-02-27T04:40:27
The Knicks are making their move up the playoff seedings as they enter the season’s final 20 games - where will they finish, how did they get to this point and what we have to look forward to in th...
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Knicks Shocking Week vs the East’s Best w/ Special Guest MURDER JIM from 2023-01-30T05:07:16
Did the Knicks finally get Barry a statement win… or did they get him 2? Murder Jim joins Craig, Barry and Blandy for a very dangerous and full of genuineness and genuinity It’s a HARD Knicks Life.
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Pissing in Pools, the Last Sexy CrumbCake Ad and The Knicks are STREAKING AGAIN… in a BAD WAY from 2023-01-21T06:25:18
The boys get deep into the Knicks latest streak, pissing in pools and waterparks, Mitchell Robinson’s surgery, Barry’s shower frustrations, Kristaps apologies and the last sexy crumb cake ad read e...
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Jalen Brunson is on ANOTHER LEVEL as Barry Short-Circuits from 2023-01-14T06:13:21
Brunson is taking his game to another level as his career year is compelling the Knicks and Julius Randle to a career year of his own and Barry disappears due to computer problems.
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The Worst Knicks Loss Since Reggie Miller? from 2022-12-29T05:19:26
The Knicks break history once again after giving up the first 60/20/10 game in NBA history while being the first team in 20 seasons to lose a game when leading by at least 9 points with 35 seconds ...
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F$CK! Knicks Waste RJ’s Career Night in Heartbreaker from 2022-12-24T06:52:38
Well… we missed an entire winning streak just to come back for a devastating loss near the buzzer to Derozan and the Bulls on the Eve of Christmas Eve. It’s a Hard Knicks Life.
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4-Game Winning Streak, MVP Julius Randle and Knicks Defense is BACK from 2022-12-12T05:06:34
The Knicks are riding a 4-game winning streak as Thibodeau has tightened the rotation, MVP Julius Randle has re-emerged and one minor detail: DEFENSE.
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Knicks Get Revenge on Thunder, Immanuel Quickley Trade Rumors, West Coast Trip a Success? from 2022-11-23T05:05:33
The Knicks complete their West Coast trip in the win column vs the Oklahoma City Thunder and finish the trip 3-2, Quentin Grimes is looking good, Obi isn’t, why we are down on RJ Barrett and the Im...
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Knicks Shock the West Coast with Back to Back Wins from 2022-11-18T05:21:19
The New York Knicks, led by Julius Randle and Jalen Brunson, SHOCK the world with two unexpected wins in Utah and Denver to start the West Coast trip off with a BANG.
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Knicks vs Thunder | Historic Start, Pathetic Finish from 2022-11-14T04:53:24
The New York Knicks follow up their GREATEST first quarter in franchise history with a pathetic final 3 quarters as they lose to the Oklahoma City Thunder at home. Thibs, Reddish, Quickley, defense...
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Knicks Rollercoaster Ride to Mediocrity | Is Thibodeau Coaching his Way Out of New York? from 2022-11-12T05:51:32
Is Julius Randle playing as well as his numbers show, are Tom Thibodeau’s days as Head Coach numbered and the Knicks rollercoaster ride towards mediocrity continues. It’s a HARD KNICKS LIFE.
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Mitchell Robinson Crumbles vs Giannis and RJ Barrett Can't Finish from 2022-10-29T05:40:50
Jalen Brunson and the Knicks followed up their big home win against Charlotte with a disappointing road loss against the Milwaukee Bucks and we discuss if you should be concerned about RJ’s finishi...
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Is Julius Randle Better Than Ever and the Positive Impact of Jalen Brunson from 2022-10-26T03:21:06
Is this Julius Randle - the efficient, positive, self-less version - the best we have ever seen of him and just how much of an impact is new point guard Jalen Brunson having on this Knicks team?
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Opening Night at MSG, Cam Reddish Apologies and Kevin Knox is Trending from 2022-10-22T05:13:13
Craig, Barry and Jay talk about the first 2 games of the season, Cam Reddish surprises us all at least for one game, the Knicks follow a tough loss against Memphis by destroying Motown in the Knick...
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Opening Night is Here | Our 2022-23 Knicks Season Predictions from 2022-10-19T04:27:11
Opening Night is FINALLY here and Craig, Barry and Blandy give all their final predictions for the 2022-23 Knicks Season - will the Knicks have an All-Star, who will be their biggest surprise, win ...
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Is Obi a Star? | Is Cam Good or Bad? | Julius and RJ Shine from 2022-10-14T04:24:03
Craig, Barry and Blandy break down the Knicks first preseason loss against the Indiana Pacers, discuss just how good Julius and RJ have been this preseason, just how terrible Cam Reddish has been, ...
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Knicks Training Camp Sound Reactions | D-Rose, RJ, Julius, Mitch&Thibs from 2022-09-28T07:33:50
Craig, Barry and Blandy react to some of the best moments from Knicks Content Day and the start of Knicks training camp. In this episode, we finally hear from RJ on the summer trade rumors, get a l...
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Knicks Film School x Hard Knicks Life Crossover (P2) | Biggest Surprises of 2022-23 from 2022-09-22T03:56:55
Jonathan Macri and Andrew Claudio from Knicks Film School join Craig, Barry and Blandy for Part 2 of this EPIC crossover as the boys discuss what would surprise them most this coming Knicks season ...
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An Evening with Craig, Barry and Blandy from 2022-09-15T01:59:18
Craig, Barry and Blandy react to sound from “An Evening with RJ Barrett”, Craig reveals some shocking news that is also great beauty advice, lefties, leftists and handeys.
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Knicks 2022 NBA Draft Reactions from 2022-06-24T05:36:51
Craig, Barry and Blandy react to the Knicks draft pick selections of NOBODY, what are the next steps for the Knicks this off-season, and the NEWS with Blanderson Hooper. Subscribe to our YouTube c...
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The Season Finale | Obi and IQ Finish Strong from 2022-04-14T04:58:47
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about Obi Toppin and Immanuel Quickley ending this disappointing season on a very high note in their first start together ever, their favorite parts of the season, and ...
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Julius Wants Out? | 4 Wins in a Row | RJ Gets to 20 PPG from 2022-03-30T05:06:49
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the Knicks 4-game winning streak, the kids continue to play well, RJ Barrett reaches 20 ppg average and, according to reports, Julius Randle wants out of New Y...
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Knicks Kids Win vs Charlotte | Fake “Thibs” Takes Your Questions from 2022-03-25T05:37:16
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the Knicks who are suddenly playing fun basketball again with Julius and Mitch out, another 30-piece for RJ, Obi shines again in another start, Fournier sets the ...
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Mitchell Robinson’s Impending Free Agency | Season’s Final Weeks | Thibs’ Future from 2022-03-20T06:10:39
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the Knicks final stretch of the season, with 12 games left is there anything to look forward to, whether the Knicks should or can pay Mitch what he deserves and B...
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Knicks Lose to Grizzlies | Reddish Done for Season from 2022-03-12T07:08:05
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the Knicks loss to the Grizzlies after winning 3 games in a row, Randle’s great play since Kendra called out Knicks Twitter, special guests join from Australia an...
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Kemba, Knicks Reach Agreement | Obi Wins Slam Dunk | Little Hands from 2022-02-24T07:19:28
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the breaking news that Kemba Walker and the Knicks have reached an agreement to sideline the starting point guard for the rest of the season, BS or not BS, who sh...
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Free Agency, Let's Get It On from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.562524
Craig and Barry discuss the start of NBA free agency, the Knicks signing of “Super Mario” Hezonja, LeBron James heading west to join the Los Angeles Lakers, the appearance of Steve Mills on the Ste...
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What Happens in Vegas from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.561657
Craig and Barry celebrate the 50th episode with some celebrity congratulations, discuss Fizdale’s recent comments about position-less basketball, the start of summer league, strong debuts from Kevi...
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Fiz & KP Together at Last from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.558376
Craig & Barry talk about the Fizdale's recent trip to Latvia last week to visit Kristaps Porzingis, Natasha Fizdale's social media presence, the free agent signings of Noah Vonleh and Kadeem Allen,...
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Knicks Basketball is Back from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.548001
Craig and Barry discuss the first Knicks preseason game against the Washington Wizards, how the rookies (Mitchell Robinson, Kevin Knox, and Allonzo Trier) looked in their first NBA game, the brewin...
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The Real Youth Movement from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.543221
Craig and Barry discuss the last 3 games for the Knicks with Fizdale’s surprise new starting lineup, Enes Kanter’s reaction to finding out how he would be coming off the bench, Frank and the Knicks...
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Take No Sh*t from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.542102
Axe and Barry discuss the ups and downs of the early Knicks season, JB from Knicks Film School calls in to recap the Knicks/Mavs Viewing Party from Friday night and exactly what happened afterwards...
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Knox Response from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.539620
Axe and Barry discuss Knox’s response to the criticism of him and Ntilikina in Marc Berman’s NY Post article from anonymous scouts, the win against Milwaukee, the loss against Washington, Hezonja’s...
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EMERGENCY POD: Porzingis Has Been Traded from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.528795
On today’s show, Axe and Barry have an emergency podcast to get out all their emotions following the trade of Kristaps Porzingis to Dallas, do some meditation, and listen to voicemails from angry, ...
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New Porzingis Details + Is there a commitment from KD? + The Trade Deadline + Pistons at Knicks + DSJ Impresses from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.527882
On today’s show, Axe and Barry check back in with each other the week after the Porzingis trade, discuss KP’s comments at his introductory press conference in Dallas and Marc Stein’s details about ...
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Mitchell Robinson / Allonzo Trier / The King Has Fallen / Back on Top of Tank / Kyrie & KD / Fan Voicemails from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.523510
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry discuss the West Coast trip, the recent play of Mitchell Robinson and Allonzo Trier, the latest news and drama surround Kyrie Irving and Durant, the woes ...
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Mitchell Robinson Turns 21 + Frank Gets Shut Down + Porzingis Allegations + Your Voicemails from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.479732
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about Fizdale’s decision to start Mitchell Robinson the rest of the way, how Mitch spent his 21st Birthday, Kevin Knox’s recent play, will we ever se...
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It’s a Hard Knicks Film School Life, Part 2 from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.473395
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry are joined by JB & Jonathan Macri from Knicks Film School for Part 2 of It’s a Hard Knicks Film School Life. Listen to Part 1 via the Knicks Film School P...
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Bracing for the Knicks Off-Season / Predicting Our Future with Renowned Psychic & Tarot Card Reader Angela Lucy from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.469960
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk about the latest in the Durant and Kyrie rumors and welcome to the show the world renowned Psychic and Tarot Card Reader, Angela Lucy, for a look int...
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It’s Official: Kevin Durant is NOT a Knick from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.467587
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk about the shocking Kevin Durant news, the signing of Julius Randle, and everything underway in NBA free agency, Please visit www.patreon.com/hardknic...
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What Happens in Vegas? Ignas Brazdeikis! from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.466530
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk about the start of Las Vegas Summer League, how the 2nd year Knicks have looked (Knox, Trier, & Robinson), and how the rookies have looked (Brazdeiki...
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Knicks Beat Writer Chris Iseman + Melo Farewell Tour Debate + Barry’s Bathroom No More from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.463890
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry catch up with the Knicks Beat Writer for The Record, Chris Iseman, discuss Frank Ntilikina’s return to action today with Team France, debate the positives...
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Bongos + Is Frank the Future? + The Knicks PGs + Nets Flawed Culture from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.460213
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry are "joined in studio” by unnamed player and his lovely girlfriend aka “Bongos,” and discuss Frank’s recent play for Team France, Batum calling Ntilikina ...
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Knicks Media Day / The Definition of “Dawg” from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.458456
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about how they spent their 2-week hiatus and everything from Knicks Media Day including the best sound from Mills, Perry, Fizdale, Randle, Morris, DS...
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Undefeated, Unafraid, and Uncool from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.457661
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about the Knicks first preseason game against the Wizards, first looks at all the new Knicks, the Marcus Morris ejection, the play of R.J. Barrett, t...
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The Re-Make / The Technical Debacle / Knicks vs Pistons LIVE / Not So Great After 8 from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.454022
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about their disastrous podcast from the night before, their disastrous evening tonight, and the even more disastrous Knicks game vs Detroit. It’s a H...
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The Downward Spiral Continues / Knicks vs Bucks / SneakerGate / How to Fix the Knicks from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.450588
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about the Knicks dreadful play of late against Boston & Milwaukee, “Sneakergate,” what should happen with Perry, Mills, & Fizdale, where do we go fro...
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STREAKING INTO THE NEW YEAR / ROBINSON’S PERFECT NIGHT / MELO’S FAREWELL / FRANK!!! from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.447444
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk about the Knicks first 3 game winning streak of the season, perfection from Mitchell Robinson, Frank’s HUGE game, Melo’s return to MSG with the Blaze...
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NBA Trade Deadline / Bye Bye Steve Mills / Front Row Knicks Tickets / Jersey Giveaway from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.443825
It’s been too long - we’ve missed YOU! On today’s show, Craig and Barry give away a Knicks jersey to a lucky follower, talk about their near-courtside seats right behind the bench against Memphis a...
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Knicks of Leon / SpikeGate from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.425672
On today’s show, Craig and Barry talk about the HUGE win against the Rockets, Leon Rose officially being named the President of the Knicks, and Spike Motherf**kin’ Lee.
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The Knicks (and the NBA) Still MISSING / Randle's 1st Year with the Knicks from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.381504
On today’s show, Craig and Barry talk about the latest in their lives of isolation, Barry’s audio issues no matter where he goes, the media’s obsession with the Knicks, Julius Randle’s play this se...
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Leon Retains Perry / Debating CP3 vs Van Vleet / RJ Barrett Disrespect from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.378577
On today’s show: the latest Last Dance episodes featuring the 90’s Knicks, Leon Rose’s decision to retain Scott Perry as GM, rumors of Chris Paul vs Fred Van Vleet, Zach Lowe’s diss of RJ Barrett, ...
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Knox: Lethal or Leaving? / LeBron’s 1st Choice? / Goodbye to Zo from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.373855
On today’s show: Kevin Knox training with “LethalShooter”, the latest report that Knicks were LeBron’s #1 option in 2010 until he met them, Allonzo Trier gets waived, Theo Pinson signed, looking ba...
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Dotson Fires Back / Knicks a No-Show / Trading for a Star from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.372930
On today’s show: Damyean Dotson tells Barry & Craig to “get a life”, can we really trade for Devin Booker, Donovan Mitchell, or Dame, the Knicks are a no-show, and your voicemails!
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PGs Beyond LaMelo / Down Goes KP / Knicks Fill Out Staff from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.362364
On today’s show: Craig, Barry & Blandy review the point guards beyond LaMelo in the 2020 NBA Draft, who do they like and who don’t they like, the Knicks fill out their coaching staff, Porzingis goe...
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Knicks Brown Baggin’ It + Draft Review: Power Forwards + Crazy Kyrie’s Comments from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.359741
On today’s show: Craig, Barry & Blandy review the top power forwards forwards in the upcoming Draft Class, debate the story behind the brown paper bags in the Knicks “bubble”, Crazy Kyrie’s latest ...
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Is LaMelo Ball Dropping & Is the Ball in Leon's Court for CP3? from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.352582
On today’s show: Craig, Barry & Jay discuss recent trade rumors surrounding Chris Paul, speculation that Knicks draft target LaMelo Ball may be dropping out of the Top 3, the Knicks assets and whet...
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The Final Countdown to the Return of Knicks Basketball from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.347534
On today’s show: Craig and Barry get ready for the final days before Knicks basketball makes it’s long awaited return, more sound from Knicks Training Camp, your voicemails, and more!
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Knicks Huge Win vs Pacers / Austin’s New Year’s Message / King Julius from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.343315
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay discuss the big win on Saturday night versus Indiana, King Julius and his continued great play, the debut of Austin Rivers and his New Year’s message for Knick...
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Elfrid Strikes Back & Begley Strikes AGAIN from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.338932
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay discuss Elfrid Payton coming up big as pressure mounts for Thibs to name Immanuel Quickley the starting point guard, the recent win against Chicago, Julius Ran...
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The Return of Derrick Rose from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.337934
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay discuss the Knicks’ recent trade for Derrick Rose, what this means for the minutes of Elfrid Payton and Immanuel Quickley, is D-Rose better prepared for NYC th...
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The Knicks are Officially a Winning Basketball Team from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.332825
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay talk about the Knicks 3 game winning streak to push them to their best start since the 2012-13 season, Julius Randle’s continued amazing play, and what will th...
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The Unofficially Official Halfway Point from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.331497
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay talk about the Knicks season at the halfway point, did Quickley get snubbed, are the Knicks trolling us, has our opinion changed any more since the Julius Rand...
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So Far… April Sucks from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.283631
We deliver some very difficult and sad news about the podcast, the Knicks recent stretch of tight losses, RJ being left off ESPN’s Top 25 under 25 list, and all the NEWS around the NBA!
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Knicks Clinch Winning Record | King Julius Named NBA Player of the Month from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.280195
Julius Randle is named April’s Eastern Conference Player of the Month, the Knicks have won 11 of 12, why Derrick Rose has been the biggest in-season addition and why Jay and Barry didn’t believe at...
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The Season Finale… or Not? from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.275977
The Knicks surprising season is over sooner than we had hoped and we were there in the 2nd row at MSG to witness it, what to expect in this big off-season for the Knicks, Damian Lillard trade rumor...
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It's a Hard Knicks Summer from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.275190
Craig, Barry and Blandy are taking a break from their summer vacations to talk about Damian Lillard rumors, the latest in the NBA, a dangerous Poker Night at Barry’s, a special Clarkson Ave Crumbca...
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Kemba Comes Home + A New French Prince? + Breaking Up with Frank from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.267899
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about this week’s frenzied free agency, the Evan Fournier signing, the re-signings of Rose, Noel, Burks and Taj, the surprise signing of point GOD Kemba Walker, and we ...
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The Knicks are BACK! | PreSeason Opener: Pacers vs Knicks | Announcement from 2022-02-22T10:01:56.264241
Craig, Barry and Blandy break down the Knicks pre-season opener at home versus the Indiana Pacers, listen to your voicemails and have some big news about how you can become a part of the It’s a Har...
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The All-Star Break and the Uncertain Future of Leon, Wes and Thibs from 2022-02-19T06:49:48
The All-Star Break is upon and guess what… It’s as Hard of a Knicks Life as ever… as Craig, Barry and Blandy discuss the disastrous state of our franchise at the midway point of the season and t...
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Knicks Front Office Silent at Trade Deadline from 2022-02-11T01:08:17
The NBA Trade Deadline passes and the New York Knicks front office stayed silent, making no moves for our struggling team. Craig, Barry and Blandy discuss the decisions of the front off...
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Knicks Lose 5 of Last 6 | Is Thibs Being Stubborn? from 2022-01-27T02:28:46
The Knicks have lost 5 of their last 6 games including a close on in Cleveland and a not so close one in Miami, Julius Randle and the starting lineup continues to struggle while RJ Barr...
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Who's to Blame for the Knicks Struggles? | Trade Deadline Gets Closer from 2022-01-21T02:30
The Knicks are on a 3-game losing streak, Julius Randle and the starting lineup’s struggles are back, Craig second-guesses his decision to buy an RJ Barrett jersey, and, as always, It’s a Hard Knic...
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Knicks Trade for Cam Reddish, A Star is Born in RJ Barrett from 2022-01-14T02:08:04
The Knicks are winners of 7 of the last 10 games, just traded for RJ Barrett’s former teammate from Duke, Cam Reddish, have the best defense in the NBA since January 1st, and a rising s...
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Knicks 3-Game Winning Streak + What's Wrong with Julius Randle + Will the Real Kemba Please Stand Up? from 2021-12-30T04:30
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the Knicks third straight win, recent struggles of Julius Randle and Kemba Walker after they were playing well including Kemba being named Eastern Conference P...
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Is Mitch Savage Again&Is Kemba Out of Thibs’ Dog House? from 2021-12-22T12:56:08
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the Knicks win against the NBA-worst Pistons, Mitchell Robinson’s best game of the season, the return of podcast “favorite” Damyean Dotson, and what will Coach...
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Conrad Rothbaum from Knicks Illustrated Joins | Knicks Get Covid, Haarlow&Wally get Pregnant from 2021-12-16T03:21
Craig, Barry and Blandy are joined by special guest Conrad Rothbaum (creator of Knicks Illustrated, @knicksill) to talk about the horrible start to December for our New York Knicks, Wally Szczer...
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Knicks Beat Lakers | Quickley's Confidence Growing from 2021-11-25T01:35:16
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the Knicks big win against the Lebron-less Lakers, Immanuel Quickley’s recent antics and celebrations, is Evan Fournier turning a corner, and our upcoming stre...
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Obi vs Randle | Will Thibs EVER Make a Lineup Change? from 2021-11-19T06:39
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about how awful the Knicks (except the bench) are looking right now, will Thibs ever consider changing the starting lineup, the play of sophomore Knicks Obi Toppin a...
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Celebrating Episode #200 | Knicks Bench Heroics | Defending the 3 from 2021-11-11T16:15:53
Craig, Barry and Blandy celebrate the show’s 200th episode by playing some classic Hard Knicks Life clips, talk about why the bench is outshining the starters and why are individual players ligh...
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Knicks First 3 Games | Orlando Buzzkill | Philly Up Next: We'll Be There from 2021-10-26T04:58:33
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the first week of Knicks basketball, the HUGE win against Boston on Opening Night, the Knicks record-breaking night in Orlando and the buzzkill that followed.<...
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Knicks Opening Night is HERE! | The Greatest Preseason Win EVER | Delta Club Food Review from 2021-10-20T03:27:02
Craig, Barry and Blandy get pumped for tonight’s season and home opener against the Boston Celtics, look back at the GREATEST Knicks PreSeason Win of All-Time, talk about Jay’s total disrespect ...
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The Knicks Offense is LIT | Is a Mitch Return Imminent? from 2021-10-13T03:35:35
Craig, Barry and Blandy break down the Knicks 2nd preseason game against the Washington Wizards, talk about Mark Jackson’s comments regarding Elfrid Payton and how he deserves MORE credit for th...
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Knicks Media Day | Training Camp Begins | The Platapus-sy from 2021-09-29T06:50:09
Craig, Barry and Blandy ARE BACK with the Season 5 debut of the It’s a Hard Knicks Life podcast to discuss their summers, play the best sound from Knicks Media Day and Day 1 of Training Camp, play ...
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Reactions to Kemba Walker & Evan Fournier Introductory Press Conference from 2021-08-19T22:57:38
Craig, Barry and Blandy react to press conference sound from Kemba Waker and Evan Fournier’s Knicks introductions, wrap up Vegas Summer League and the impressive play of Quentin Grimes and Deuce Mc...
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Welcome to Sims City + IQ, Obi and Deuce Shine in Vegas from 2021-08-13T04:52:57
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the start of Vegas Summer League, the performances of Obi Toppin and Immanuel Quickley, first looks at Quentin Grimes, Deuce McBride and Jericho Sims and everyone...
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Draft Night Special: Grimes, McBride, Jokubaitis & Sims from 2021-07-30T06:21:43
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about Thursday’s chaotic NBA Draft, the trades, the selections, newest Knicks Quentin Grimes, Deuce McBride, Rokas Jokubaitis, and Jericho Sims and the upcoming free ag...
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Unwanted Guests + Draft Preview #2 + ESPN F**KS up on Zoom from 2021-07-22T14:05:13
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the upcoming NBA Draft on July 29th, Bobby Portis winning the NBA Championship, ESPn F**KS up on Zoom, all the latest rumors, and some very special and unwanted g...
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Trading for Sexton vs Drafting a Point Guard from 2021-07-16T17:46:27
Craig, Barry and Blandy talk about the heavy rumors swirling around Collin Sexton to the Knicks, fan voicemails in favor and against the potential move, preview of point guards and combo guards who...
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Emergency Pod: Knicks Face MUST WIN Game 5 from 2021-05-31T05:14:14
The Knicks face a must-win, do-or-die Game 5 on Wednesday vs Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks so Craig, Barry and Blandy are here with an emergency podcast to get you through it!
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See You in the “A” | We Wit Da Sh*ts from 2021-05-28T05:44:03
A raucous Knicks Playoff crowd sees the Knicks first playoff win in 2,932 wins as Julius Randle shakes off those playoff jitters and the Knicks make a huge comeback in the 2nd half of Game 2 vs Atl...
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Playoff Preview Special from 2021-05-19T06:13:13
The 4th seed in the East, a first round matchup with the Atlanta Hawks, listeners baffled by Barry’s playoff ticket dilemma, Ian Begley closes the season out strong, is the Knicks season sweep of A...
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The Pain. The Passion. The PLAYOFFS!!! from 2021-05-14T07:11:25
The New York Knicks are heading to the Playoffs for the first time since 2013, euphoria followed by depression followed by euphoria, we break down the roller coaster week including the latest games...
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The Homestretch | Jonathan Macri | Championship Tattoo Promises from 2021-04-30T06:54:57
Julius Randle, RJ Barrett and the Knicks are having an April like no other, 10 wins in the last 11 games, the signing of Luca Vildoza and what that may mean for Elfrid Payton, and Jonathan Macri fr...
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It’s a Wonderful Knicks Life from 2021-04-22T06:18:58
Why are the Knicks suddenly clicking, prediction flashback, how are we now one of the best 3 point shooting teams, is Julius Randle MVP-worthy, how have we been able to play this well without Robin...
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Knicks Win 4 in a Row!!! from 2021-04-15T14:22:45
The Knicks have won 4 IN A ROW for the first time since 2017 with huge wins against the Lakers, Raptors, Grizzlies and Pelicans, Alec Burks’ and RJ Barrett’s recent heroics, Fizdale’s Knicks say NO...
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Food, Mic, Kids + Mitchell’s Devastating Injury + KD vs Rapaport from 2021-03-31T06:09:06
The latest edition of Food, Mic, Kids w/ Ian Begley and you will not believe what happens PLUS reactions to Mitchell Robinson’s heart-breaking injury, Durant versus Rapaport, Knicks lose to the Hea...
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Julius is F**king Ridiculous from 2021-03-24T06:29:35
We talk the Knicks devastating loss to the Sixers, the blowout win against the Wizards, look ahead to the trade deadline, and THE GREATEST and MOST CREATIVE voicemail we ever received.
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Knicks Impress in Back-to-Back Against the Best in the East from 2021-03-17T05:32:49
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay talk about the back to back close games on the road against the two best teams in the East - the Brooklyn Nets and the Philadelphia 76ers, where is Derrick Ros...
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Ewing Pissed + Obi Dunk Contest + F**ked by the Bucks from 2021-03-13T05:52:06
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay talk about the Knicks being blown out vs Milwaukee, who is Giannis Annakookoo, Obi Toppin’s slam sunk contest, All-Star Weekend, and why is Patrick Ewing so pi...
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Julius is OUR All-Star / 2nd Half Schedule Battle from 2021-02-25T06:39:31
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay talk about Julius Randle’s selection into the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, the Knicks recent loss to Golden State, the newly released second schedule, a schedule ba...
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Knicks Flipping the Script from 2021-02-21T07:25:03
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay talk about Julius Randle’s future on the Knicks, Barry gets demoted, is the culture changed, most realistic trade options for the Knicks, your twitter question...
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King Julius MOTHERF**KIN’ Randle from 2021-02-16T06:52:52
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay go ballistic, well except Jay, about the Knicks HUGE win against Atlanta led by King Julius and his 44 points to get the Knicks their FIFTH win over the last 7...
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Knicks Rookie featured in GQ / Derrick Rose’s Debut #2 from 2021-02-12T05:52:10
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay discuss Derrick Rose’s second debut with the Knicks against Miami, how he has meshed with Knicks rookies Immanuel Quickley and Obi Toppin, Immanuel Quickley’s ...
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We Outchea!!! / Knicks Training Camp Begins / Best of Media Day Interviews from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On today’s show: Craig and Barry talk about the first week of Knicks Training Camp, play highlights of the best sound from camp, discuss whether Mitchell Robinson is still part of the Knicks plans,...
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Charlie Ward Interview / Leon Dyin’ for Toppin / Final Draft Predictions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On today’s show: Knicks great, Charlie Ward, joins Craig, Barry and Jay to talk everything from the 90’s Knicks, his first impressions of New York City, Oakley’s dance moves, behind the scenes with...
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Knicks Return Home / Mitch Says “Let Me Play” / The Knicks are Socks? from 2021-01-28T08:09:18
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay discuss the Knicks recent west coast trip against Golden State, Sacramento, Portland, and Utah, great individual performances from Austin Rivers and Immanuel Q...
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Back to Back Wins vs Boston & Orlando | RJ on the Rise | Mitch is SAVAGE from 2021-01-19T08:08:54
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay discuss the Knicks back to back wins including a Boston Massacre against the Celtics and an ugly win against the Magic on MLK Day, the tough play of Mitchell R...
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Knicks Streaking the Wrong Way / Crazy Kyrie Top 10 from 2021-01-12T07:35:34
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay discuss the Knicks streaking the wrong way, their 3-game losing streak following a 3-game winning streak, RJ and Randle leading the NBA in minutes per game, Im...
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Knicks Beat the Bucks / Elf Off the Shelf from 2020-12-28T09:47:27
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay discuss the Knicks first BIG win of the season against the Milwaukee Bucks following a lackluster 0-2 start, Julius Randle’s surprising play, Elfrid Payton’s m...
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The Good, the Bad and the Quickley from 2020-12-22T09:55:06
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay discuss the quick rise of Immanuel Quickley and the suddenly improved point guard situation for the Knicks, Kevin Knox’s recent hot streak, falling back in lov...
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The Knicks & Blandy Return to Action from 2020-12-15T09:12:16
On today’s show: Craig, Barry and Jay break down the first 2 games of the Knicks preseason, the positives, the negatives, Obi Toppin’s NBA debut, other rookie debuts around the league, the final vo...
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Knicks Draft Obi Toppin & Immanuel Quickley / LIVE Reactions for Start of Free Agency from 2020-11-21T09:26:45
On today’s show: we are reacting LIVE for the start of free agency, and discuss this week’s crazy NBA Draft and the Knicks drafting of Obi Toppin & Immanuel Quickley, what we learned about the Knic...
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Wining & Dining Kira in Miami, The LaMelo Interviews and SPOOKY News from 2020-10-30T15:40:27
On today’s show: Craig, Barry & Jay discuss Kira Lewis’ dinner in Miami with Thibodeau, Perry and WorldWide Wes and what it means, LaMelo not performing well during team draft interviews, CP3 and D...
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Why This May be the BUSIEST Knicks Off-Season Yet from 2020-10-22T17:36:20
On today’s show: Craig, Barry & Jay discuss why this may be the most active Knicks off-season of recent memory, encouraging trade and free agency rumors surrounding the Knicks, Frank gracing us wit...
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Will the Knicks Trade Up or Down? / Westbrook Rumors / College Dropout / Minny wants Mitch? from 2020-10-15T17:02:23
On today’s show: Craig, Barry & Blandy discuss the latest rumors involving the Knicks moving up in the draft, or even down in the draft, rumors of trades for big contracts like Chris Paul or Russel...
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DRAFT PROSPECT REVIEW: 2ND TIER PGs / LATEST CP3 & OLADIPO RUMORS from 2020-10-11T04:14:41
On today’s show: Craig, Barry & Blandy review the second tier of top point guards in the 2020 NBA Draft Class, debate the latest trade rumors surrounding Oladipo and Chris Paul, your twitter questi...
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Van Vleet vs CP3 / SF Draft Prospects / Oak Dances with Stars / Back 2 Practice from 2020-09-17T01:48:51
On today’s show: Craig, Barry & Blandy review the small forwards in the upcoming Draft Class, the latest Van Vleet and CP3 rumors, Oak dances with the Stars, RJ Barrett, and THE NEWS with the bland...
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Knicks Rumors / Durant Comments / Draft Class Shooting Guards / Danuel Does Disney? from 2020-09-12T00:41:11
On today’s show: Craig, Barry & Blandy review the shooting guards in the upcoming Draft Class NOT named Anthony Edwards, the latest rumors about Julius Randle and a possible trade, other point guar...
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It's a Hard Knicks Draft Lottery Night Special from 2020-08-21T05:42:36
On today’s show: listen to Craig, Barry and Blandy as they watch the draft lottery live on the show with plenty of live raw reactions, the Knicks hire away player development guru from the Jazz - J...
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The Knicks Hire “Big Man Whisperer” Kenny Payne from 2020-08-12T04:19:57
On today’s show: the Knicks’ rebuild of the front office and coaching staff continues with their next step, can Kenny Payne “The Big Man Whisperer” make a difference, Dolan is going ALL IN, was pas...
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Thibs' Team / Guest: Chris Iseman / Frank's Birthday Celebration from 2020-07-30T05:03:28
On today’s show: Chris Iseman, from the Bergen Record, joins us to talk Thibs, will Thibodeau’s hiring signal a change in direction, which players will benefit most, the responses around the league...
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Knicks Coaching Hire Delays / Frank to Play in French Summer League / Blanderson Hooper from 2020-07-24T13:50:31
On today’s show: why the delay in the Knicks Coaching search, should the team dictate the entire Coaching Staff, Frank to play in French Summer League, the news with J. Edgar Hooper, and your voice...
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Knicks to Name Coach Next Week? / LaMelo Ballin’ / Ewing Week from 2020-07-18T14:57:38
On today’s show: is the Knicks coaching search finally coming to a close, who do we want as the next Knicks Head Coach, Bleacher Report’s Top 100, LaMelo Ball ballin’, celebrating Ewing Week, and y...
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Welcome World Wide Wes / Leon Rose Speaks from 2020-06-25T07:09:18
On today’s show: the Knicks hire World Wide Wes to join Leon Rose in a stunning revamp of their front office, why is Van Gundy trending, the latest in coaching candidates, we answer your Twitter qu...
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The Knicks’ Statement / OUR Official Statement / Why Thibs is THE GUY from 2020-06-12T03:58:40
On today’s show: the Knicks statement, black lives matter, other team and league statements, the best and worst ice cream company statements, the latest news with J. Edgar Hooper, Knicks coaching r...
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Can Thibodeau and LaMelo Co-Exist? / Podcast Time Travel to May 25, 1993 from 2020-05-29T03:18:31
On today’s show: Could Tom Thibodeau co-exist with LaMelo Ball, updates on the NBA’s return this season, and we travel back in time to May 25, 1993 for a Hard Knicks Life throwback as the 15-year o...
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Front Office Rebuild Continues / Special Guest / Scotland Games / Marcus Camby from 2020-05-20T05:40:36
On today’s show: Leon Rose’s quiet rebuild of the front office as he adds another important piece - Walt Perrin - as their Assistant GM, Craig and Barry welcome a very special guest to the show to ...
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Leon Rose Hires Cap Guru + The Last Dance + Ban on Pop Tarts from 2020-04-29T22:54:53
On today’s show: Leon Rose’s hiring of cap guru Brock Aller, the Michael Jordan documentary “The Last Dance,” Frank Ntilikina’s relationship with Leon, and updates on the return of NBA basketball.<...
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Trading for Donovan Mitchell, Oakley’s Ewing Comments, 2020 Free Agent Targets from 2020-04-15T19:40:33
On today’s show: Oakley’s comments about Ewing being high maintenance, people who wear robes, Easter shenanigans, the NBA’s HORSE competition, potential Knicks free agent targets, and dreaming abou...
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Knicks (Still) Interrupted from 2020-03-30T04:53:34
On today’s show, Craig and Barry talk about... well, not the Knicks… because everyone’s in isolation and it all sucks… Craig’s on the mend after debating a trip to urgent care, there’s still no NBA...
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NBA Season Suspended / Frank Finally Gets 20 / Coronavirus Impact from 2020-03-14T14:26:58
On today’s show, Craig and Barry talk about the suspended NBA season, this crazy coronavirus and how it’s affecting everything, the Rudy Gobert mic incident, Frank Ntilikina finally netting 20, Adr...
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KNICKS NATION / KENNY ATKINSON / BLOCK BROS / ROBINSON RUMORS REAL? from 2020-03-10T05:33:53
On today’s show, Craig and Barry talk about the Knicks meet-up with Knicks Nation Germany & Austria, the Nets’ firing of Kenny Atkinson and whether he should be considered a top Knicks coaching can...
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Livin' the Hard Knicks Life in Delray Beach from 2020-02-27T07:50:43
On today’s show, Craig and Barry talk about their Florida vacations, a strange encounter in Delray Beach, when will Leon Rose’s reign begin, rumors of Tom Thibodeau being the clear front-runner for...
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Leon Rose / Tanking vs Not Tanking / The Next Knicks Coach / Vacation Podcast Challenge from 2020-02-11T05:35:38
On today’s show, Craig and Barry talk about the rumored hiring of super-agent Leon Rose as the next President of the New York Knicks, his client list and who may be interested in following him to N...
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Do the Knicks Need a Makeover / Frank's Struggles Continue / Playoffs? from 2020-01-24T05:36:51
On today's show, Craig & Barry discuss the latest Knicks news and rumors, the "refreshing" of the Knicks brand by the same firm who completed the Nets makeover, Ntilikina's struggles, and Ian Begle...
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HoopsNation Founder Buster Scher / Signing Kenny Wooten / Giannis in 2021? from 2020-01-16T06:54:36
On today’s show, Craig and Barry are joined by Hoops Nation Founder, Buster Scher, to talk about Kenny Wooten, Julius Randle’s return to the team, RJ Barrett’s recent play, Andre Drummond trade rum...
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Where in the World is Julius Randle? from 2020-01-10T06:44:29
On today’s show, Craig and Barry talk about the Knicks winless west coast trip, potential drama surrounding Julius Randle, Marcus Morris trade rumors, and what Fizdale’s been saying’ about us!
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Back to Reality / Knicks Smack Brooklyn / Back 2 Back 30+ for Randle from 2019-12-27T06:25:17
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk about the Knicks coming back to reality following the great start to Miller’s Knicks tenure, the win against Brooklyn, when will Mitchell Robinson re...
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Mike Miller is the King of New York from 2019-12-19T04:22:20
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk about the recent Knicks resurgence under their new Head Coach Mike Miller, White Elephant Party Recap, whether or not these Knicks will be coming bac...
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Miller Time / Firing Fizdale / Is Mills a Goner? / West Coast Trip from 2019-12-13T05:39:07
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about the Knicks firing of David Fizdale after less than 2 seasons, the current west coast trip, first impressions of Mike Miller, and what to expect...
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Take Your Shot, Mitch / Brutal Honesty / Betting Tips / The Joke’s Always on Us from 2019-11-27T07:15:58
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about the Knicks struggles this season, Richard Jefferson’s claim about why he retired, brutal honesty about the Knicks roster, Barry’s recent bettin...
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The Hard Knicks Life Blues from 2019-11-20T06:28:41
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about their exclusive insider information about Kyrie and Brooklyn’s already fractured relationship, the Knicks viewing party, the Knicks’ recent pla...
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The Biggest W followed by the Biggest L / Sound the Alarms: Front Office puts Fiz on Notice from 2019-11-12T06:53:05
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about the Knicks BIGGEST win of the season in Dallas and Kristaps Porzingis followed by a loss so BAD that the Knicks front office had to apologize t...
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First Win of the Year / Portis Dominates / BOOing Our Own / Is Fiz the Guy? from 2019-10-30T01:38:06
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about the slow start to the season, the Knicks HUGE first win against Chicago, Bobby Portis’ heroics against his former team, the point guard “situat...
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Opening Night, Finally! + New Nicknames for ISO ZO + Season Predictions from 2019-10-23T04:01:41
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry preview the 2019/20 NBA season, make predictions for the Knicks, discuss potential starting lineups for opening night, new nicknames for ISO ZO, and all t...
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The Unicorn vs Noel / The Season Debut of DSJ / Can’t Even Call it a PG Battle / First Impressions of RJ from 2019-10-16T04:36:38
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about the Knicks first two preseason games, what RJ Barrett has shown over his two first NBA games, one of the Top 10 Knicks Moments in the past 20 y...
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Team Frank Defeats Team USA / KnicksForClicks / SI Top 100 / Your Questions! from 2019-09-12T01:57:01
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about the legal aftermath following our “skit” about Iggy Brazdeikis, Frank Ntilikina’s role in Team France’s upset victory over Team USA, comments b...
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Knicktionary + Barry’s Birthday + Melo Scrimmage from 2019-08-30T04:27:33
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about a special gift Barry presented to Craig, their dinner surprise Birthday Dinner at Frank’s Steaks, Carmelo scrimmaging with the Knicks, and Knic...
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Knicks for Clicks from 2019-08-23T04:11:29
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry discuss the Knicks (kind of), Barry’s floors, movies, whiskey, Frank Ntilikina, a little more about the Knicks, and Barry’s floor guy, “Mike with the soft...
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KP ain’t Drago / Melo to Brooklyn? / RJ “The Killer” / Knicks Schedule Released from 2019-08-16T01:58:44
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry laugh about the Porzingis-Drago comparisons, Melo working out with the Nets in LA, Zion Williamson’s comments about RJ Barrett at the Rookie Photo Shoot, ...
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It’s a Hard Knicks Game + Debating the Starting Frontcourt + Voicemails! from 2019-07-24T01:15:36
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk about both Mitchell Robinson and Julius Randle being on the Team USA Training Camp roster, who should be the starting front court on opening night, p...
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Marcus Morris Signing + Knicks Depth + Oakley Speaks AGAIN + Summer League Standouts from 2019-07-17T01:28:04
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk about the Marcus Morris one-year deal, the depth of the Knicks with all this summer’s signings, is there such a thing as too much depth, Charles Oakl...
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Drafting RJ / Who is Iggy Brazdeikis / Undrafted Signings / Latest on KD & Kyrie from 2019-06-22T02:43:47
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk about Thursday’s NBA Draft, RJ Barrett, Amir Hinton, Ignas Brazdeikis, the Frank Ntilikina non-trade, and the latest on Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving...
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Durant Goes Down: So What Now? from 2019-06-14T02:16:19
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk about the devastating injury to Kevin Durant, what happens now for the Knicks off-season plans, the upcoming draft, and your voicemails! Please visit...
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House Hunting / Frank Trade Rumors / Jarrett or Barrett / The Dunk Anniversary from 2019-05-30T04:21:03
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk about the latest in KD and Kyrie rumors, the 26th Anniversary of “The Dunk,” Barry and Durant’s house hunting, Frank Ntilikina trade rumors, Barrett ...
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Durant Rumors / Secret Meeting / Clippers a Threat? / Off-Season Scenarios from 2019-05-23T03:33:58
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry talk the latest in Durant rumors, new info on the Porzingis trade demands, are the Clippers a threat for Durant, the secret meeting, Frank wants to be tra...
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Lottery Results / RJ Barrett or Anthony Davis / Clips from the Lottery Viewing Party / Your Voicemails from 2019-05-17T02:50:01
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry discuss Tuesday’s Draft Lottery results, Barry plays sound he gathered from the Lottery Viewing Party, can and should the Knicks still trade for Anthony D...
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Kanter Can’t Stop Talking Sh*t / Oakley Reppin’ BK / Fizdale’s Role This Summer / Your Voicemails from 2019-04-26T04:07:22
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry discuss the latest slander from former Knick Enes Kanter, Charles Oakley representing the Nets during free agency, the Knicks’ summer cap space and the ro...
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Marc Berman from the Post + Patrick Ewing is Back + Is Allonzo Trier Cancerous? + Your Voicemails from 2019-04-18T03:54:43
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry speak with Marc Berman from the New York Post about Dolan’s involvement in selecting Ewing to represent the Knicks at the upcoming lottery, why some vets ...
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Interview with Mitchell Robinson’s Agent (Mayar Zokaei) + A Very Fitting End to the Knicks Season from 2019-04-11T03:07:25
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry interview Mitchell Robinson’s agent, Mayar Zokaei, about Mitchell’s great rookie season, what he’s like on and off the court, and why Mayor believes he wi...
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Interview with Frank’s Groin + Thank God for Mitchell Robinson + Kevin Knox’s Rookie Season + Barry and Craig’s Worst Nightmare Comes True from 2019-03-28T04:22:05
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry interview Frank’s Groin, debate Kevin Knox’s rookie year, thank God for Mitchell Robinson, and Barry and Craig’s worst nightmare comes true, plus your voi...
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Backup Plans to KD & Kyrie + The UniSnake + Birthday Voicemails + Will Frank Ever Return? from 2019-03-22T03:19:47
On today’s show, Craig (aka AXE) and Barry talk about the Knicks viewing party from last week, Barry takes Craig to Knicks v Jazz for his birthday, is Barry’s bathroom studio going away, is Frank e...
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Dolan Bans Fan / It’s Almost Over / Where is Frank Ntilikina? / Mitchell vs Myles / Voicemails from 2019-03-13T05:10:49
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry discuss the Knicks recent play, Dolan banning a Knicks fan for asking him to sell the team, where is Frank Ntilikina, Chris Broussard’s comments about Dur...
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Knicks Win Big v Spurs / Listener VoiceMails / KP Didn’t Want to Share Spotlight with KD from 2019-02-25T06:57:53
On today’s show, Craig (aka Axe) and Barry discuss the HUGE win against San Antonio, talk about how according to rumors Porzingis wasn’t feeling potentially sharing the NYC spotlight with Kevin Dur...
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Knicks Beat Writer Chris Iseman / NBA All-Star Weekend / Durant & Kyrie are Best Buds / Is Dolan Selling? from 2019-02-20T05:48:05
On today’s show, Axe and Barry recap the All-Star Weekend including Dennis Smith Jr in the slam dunk contest, Kevin Knox in the Rising Stars Game, the intriguing footage of Kyrie Irving and Kevin D...
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More Durant Clues + 17 Straight Losses + Mitchell Robinson on the Rise + Why is Knox disturbed? from 2019-02-12T05:23:51
On today’s show, Axe and Barry recap the Knicks’ franchise record 17th straight loss against fellow-tankers Cleveland, talk about the Knicks’ recent use of a Kevin Durant image to promote next year...
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Unicorn or Unibrow / Anthony Davis Trade Rumors / Kanter Drama from 2019-01-30T05:04:41
On today’s show, Axe & Barry discuss the Anthony Davis trade rumors, the upcoming trade deadline, Mitchell Robinson’s strong play of late, and the never-ending drama surrounding Enes Kanter. Please...
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Thunder vs Knicks / London Falling / Is Fizdale finally settling on a rotation? / Blocking Bondy from 2019-01-22T04:56:18
On today’s show, Axe & Barry discuss the game between the Thunder and the Knicks on MLK Day, the recent game in London against the Wizards, is Fizdale finally settling on a rotation, is Enes unhapp...
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Sixers at Knicks / Ntlikina Returns / Knox Career High / Trade Rumors / Porzingis Workout Impresses from 2019-01-14T07:33:20
On today’s show, Axe & Barry discuss the Sixers versus Knicks game, Kanter’s sickness following his “cheat day”, significant interest from other teams in Noah Vonleh, recent “theories” from the Kni...
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Hands Off the Unicorn from 2019-01-10T07:03:20
On today’s show, Axe & Barry discuss the Enes Kanter trade rumors involving Sacramento, the game against Golden State and Durant’s comments about the Knicks beforehand, Tim Hardaway Jr.’s continuin...
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Unhappy New Year from 2018-12-31T01:46:59
On today’s show, Axe and Barry discuss the blowout against Utah, the drama surrounding Enes Kanter losing his starting job, this miserable stretch the Knicks are in right now, how this part of the ...
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Merry Knicksmas from 2018-12-24T06:46:12
On today’s show, Axe & Barry celebrate a very Merry Knicksmas, make their Knicks Christmas wishes, talk about the update on the Porzingis injury and their changed viewpoint, Zion Williamson’s game ...
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Mase & Mud from 2018-12-19T05:34:08
On today’s show, Axe and Barry pay a birthday tribute to one of the most beloved Knicks of All-time (Anthony Mason), discuss the Knicks’ worst loss of the season against Phoenix, Dolan’s recent quo...
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The Heart, The Hustle, The Hair from 2018-12-14T04:16:29
On today’s show, Axe and Barry discuss Allonzo Trier’s new 2-year deal, the heart and hustle of Ron Baker, Kevin Knox’s re-insertion into the starting lineup, how the Knicks lost but also won in Cl...
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The Emergence & The Rebirth from 2018-12-12T07:00:48
On today’s show, Axe & Barry discuss the rebirth of Frank Ntilikina following his 3 straight DNPs, the emergence of 19 year old Kevin Knox whose historic night against Charlotte put him in rare com...
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Building a Team Culture from 2018-11-28T07:38:56
Axe and Barry discuss everything that went right during the Knicks 3 game winning streak, everything that went wrong and why it got snapped in Detroit, has David Fizdale fixed Emmanuel Mudiay, coul...
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These Knicks Got Fight from 2018-10-24T07:11
Craig and Barry are joined by Bleacher Report’s Yaron Weitzman, discuss the first 4 games of the young season, early surprises and disappointments, the ankle injury to Knicks lottery pick Kevin Kno...
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Opening Night from 2018-10-17T06:36:33
Craig and Barry get pumped for Knicks Opening Night, discuss Fizdale’s starting lineup, the Joakim Noah waive and stretch, the Knicks officially not extending Porzingis this off-season, more Durant...
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In the ZOne from 2018-10-10T08:23:02
Craig and Barry discuss the preseason to date, who is winning the point guard “competition,” Fizdale establishing a winning culture in everything the Knicks do, the surprises, disappointments, and ...
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It's a Hard NIPS Life (Knicks Media Day) from 2018-09-25T06:04:19
Craig and Barry discuss Knicks Media Day to kick off the start of Training Camp, the best sound from the day from Kristaps Porzingis, Frank Ntilikina, Enes Kanter, and more, and NBA Insider Jesus R...
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Just Hooping? from 2018-08-27T06:01:10
Craig and Barry talk about the likelihood (or unlikelihood) of Kevin Durant joining the Knicks next off-season, Fizdale’s recent interview with Bruce Beck, Frank Ntilikina choosing to sit out the W...
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Knicks Party on the Roof from 2018-08-13T05:18:50
Craig & Barry break down the positives and negatives to stretching Joakim Noah with special guest Knicks Film School, talk about the release of the 2018/19 Knicks schedule and Courtney Lee’s absenc...
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Fizdale Latvian Vacation from 2018-07-24T06:04:31
Craig and Barry talk about the latest off-season news and rumors for the New York Knicks with NBA Insider Jared Zwerling, talk about the Fizdale’s trip to Latvia to meet the Porzingis Family, say g...
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Summer of Savage from 2018-07-16T05:40:57
Craig and Barry welcome special guests Butch Stockton and Knicks Film School. Butch Stockton, Mitchell Robinson’s former Basketball Coach at Chalmette High School in Louisiana, tells us about the f...
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It’s a Hard KNOX Life from 2018-06-25T06:04:48
Craig and Barry discuss last week’s NBA Draft, the Knicks selection of Kevin Knox at #9, the Boos, the second round selection of former Top 15 recruit Mitchell Robinson and his unusual backstory...
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It’s a Hard KNOX Life from 2018-06-25T06:04:48
Craig and Barry discuss last week’s NBA Draft, the Knicks selection of Kevin Knox at #9, the Boos, the second round selection of former Top 15 recruit Mitchell Robinson and his unusual backstory, t...
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