Ian Begley, SportsNet New York

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Past articles by Ian:

Nets' Kevin Durant leaves door open for 2019-20 return, talks Kristaps Porzingis

It's still unclear if Kevin Durant will play this season or if he'll sit it out the entire year while rehabbing from Achilles surgery. → Read More

Mario Hezonja agrees to one-year deal with New York Knicks

Free-agent forward Mario Hezonja has agreed to a one-year, $6.5 million deal with the Knicks, league sources told ESPN. → Read More

New York Knicks to interview David Blatt next week, meet with Spurs assistant James Borrego

The Knicks are meeting with David Blatt in Europe next week about their head-coaching job, and plan to interview Hawks coach Mike Budenholzer and Spurs assistant coach James Borrego, sources said. → Read More

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid star in Game 3 win over Miami Heat after return for orbital fracture

In his return after missing three weeks because of an orbital fracture and a concussion, Sixers center Joel Embiid had 23 points in Philadelphia's 128-108 Game 3 win over the Miami Heat on Thursday. → Read More

Trey Burke ties renaissance with Knicks to renewed faith

Trey Burke went from top-10 pick to out of the league in four years. But he is on the rebound after finding himself in New York. → Read More

At 7-foot-3, does Kristaps Porzingis face a tougher, longer road to recovery?

What will Kristaps Porzingis' rehab from a torn ACL look like? When could he return to pre-injury form? ESPN's Stephania Bell provides some insight. → Read More

Anthony Davis' play is evidence that it's best to be patient with Kristaps Porzingis

Kristaps Porzingis is just 45 games into his role as the No. 1 option in an NBA offense, so the flashes of brilliance could yet become a regular thing. → Read More

It's officially OK to feel good about Porzingis, Ntilikina and the Knicks' future

The Knicks needed help from across the roster to beat the Lakers, but two players they see as foundational pieces were exceptional in the overtime win. → Read More

Knicks win first game without Tim Hardaway Jr., but can it last?

Whether the Knicks can replace Tim Hardaway Jr.'s offense during his absence -- Courtney Lee? more Kristaps? -- could set the course of their season. → Read More

Knicks win first game without Tim Hardaway Jr., but can it last?

Whether the Knicks can replace Tim Hardaway Jr.'s offense during his absence -- Courtney Lee? more Kristaps? -- could set the course of their season. → Read More

MRI taken on New York Knicks star Kristaps Porzingis' injured right ankle was negative

An MRI taken Thursday on New York Knicks star Kristaps Porzingis' injured right ankle was negative, revealing no damage, league sources told ESPN. Porzingis was hurt Wednesday when Justise Winslow stepped on Porzingis' right foot. → Read More

New York Knicks' return in Carmelo Anthony trade paid off vs. Clippers

The Knicks continue to exceed low outside expectations on the strength of their offseason additions, hanging the latest loss on the slumping Clippers. → Read More

Knicks say Frank Ntilikina has 'matured fast,' is a driving force behind club's success

Rookie Frank Ntilikina's has made a big impact early in the season as his defense has helped the Knicks off to a strong start. → Read More

New York Knicks waive Mindaugas Kuzminskas to make room for Joakim Noah

The Knicks have waived forward Mindaugas Kuzminskas to make room for Joakim Noah, who's returning on Monday from a 20-game suspension for the use of a banned substance. → Read More

Sources: Knicks shopping Mindaugas Kuzminskas to make room for Joakim Noah

NBA executives have told ESPN that the Knicks want to deal Mindaugas Kuzminskas so they can clear a roster spot for Joakim Noah's return next week. → Read More

Steve Mills: Jeff Hornacek, Scott Perry and I are on the same page

The Knicks president says the team is focused on improving and intimated that Frank Ntilikina and Willy Hernangomez are part of its future. → Read More

Kristaps Porzingis getting used to being the Knicks' top option in clutch

Kristaps Porzingis got his first post-Carmelo Anthony crunch-time experience on Saturday, something he and the Knicks will build on moving forward. → Read More

Frank Hamblen, former Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls assistant coach, dies at age 70

Frank Hamblen, who won seven NBA championships as an assistant to Phil Jackson in Los Angeles and Chicago, died Saturday. He was 70. → Read More

Charles Oakley to file civil suit over incident at Madison Square Garden

Charles Oakley is expected to file a civil suit stemming from his run-in with Madison Square Garden security in February, according to sources. → Read More

The NBA's remaining offseason question is, 'What happens with Carmelo?'

As the NBA enters September, Carmelo Anthony and the New York Knicks continue their staring contest. → Read More