“I’m an elite defender,” he said after collecting three blocks in the Knicks’ 125-119 overtime win. “I don’t think I got to say that.” With Karl-Anthony Towns shelved because of an injured thumb, Achiuwa, the Knicks’ lone frontcourt reserve behind starter Jericho Sims, played all but a few seconds of the fourth quarter and overtime.

The Knicks are on a two game winning streak after a successful victory against the Hawks and a triumph in Mikal Bridges' return to Brooklyn.

The New York Knicks aren't expected to acquire any major pieces ahead of the 2025 NBA Trade Deadline, but they could help other teams make some big moves along

The New York Knicks needed a player to step up big time on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers with Karl-Anthony Towns out. Jalen Brunson stole the show on the scoring front, but Precious Achiuwa made his presence felt defensively.

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Trade rumors surrounding the New York Knicks have intensified recently. Amid a tough stretch of 5-6 basketball, fans and media alike are speculating about how Tom Thibodeau’s group can improve.

the Knicks could look to Landry Shamet and Precious Achiuwa to soak up some minutes. Towns (thumb) was able to go through a full practice Sunday, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

The New York Knicks star is seen as one of the best-value contracts in the entire NBA, especially among elite-level talents.

Anthony Edwards had 36 points, a season-high 13 rebounds and seven assists, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 116-99 victory over the New York Knicks.

New York rolled with a strong second half against Trae Young and a Hawks team that has frustrated New York time and time again. While Jalen Brunson will get the bulk of the credit with his 34-point day, he wasn't the sole factor in the win.