Locked On Knicks - Daily Podcast On The New York Knicks

Gavin Schall is joined by CBS Sports' NBA Reporter Sam Quinn to preview the Knicks summer plans! 

The duo start off by discussing Sam's experience watching the NBA Finals as a New Yorker before diving deep into the implications of the Knicks going into the second apron, why Mo Diawara was a must-keep, the difficulty of retaining Mitchell Robinson and a look at the most threatening teams in the Eastern Conference. 

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The New York Knicks shake up NBA Draft Day 2, snagging elite shooter Tyler Nickel and German point guard Jack Kayil after another savvy trade-back. Is Leon Rose’s front office outsmarting the league as roster spots and salary cap flexibility hang in the balance?

Gavin Schall and XJ spotlight Tyler Nickel’s movement shooting, impressive college stats, and NBA-ready mentality—could the Knicks have landed their own Sam Hauser in the second round? The conversation pivots to Jack Kayil's European pedigree and the looming competition at backup point guard, questioning Tyler Kolek’s future and potential draft-and-stash strategi...

Gavin Schall and XJ are back together for the first time since the NBA Finals to break down a weird first round of the NBA Draft for the New York Knicks. 

The duo dives deep on why the Knicks traded down and then ultimately out of the first round and why the strategy confirms their second-round plans this summer. 

They then close out the show talking through the implications of the Giannis trade for the Knicks, rivals improving via the draft and why fans should mentally treat Mo Diawara as this year's first round pick. 

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On a special edition of the Locked On Knicks Squad Show, John Wallace, Chris Sacchi and Kris Pursiainen discuss a critical NBA draft as the Knicks try and defend their championship Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade...

Gavin Schall is lucky enough to once again be joined by The Strickland's Draft Expert Prezidente to discuss the 2026 NBA Draft. 

The boys start off breaking down Prez's favorite option for the 24th pick in the draft Isaiah Evans before diving deep on why Jayden Quaintance is a bet worth taking for Leon Rose and the New York Knicks. 

The duo then dive deep on the best options for the Knicks at Pick 31 and one dark horse who could be a major steal at Pick 55. 

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Gavin Schall is joined by The Strickland and Knicks' Twitter's resident Draft Expert Prezidente to start breaking down the 2026 NBA Draft. 

The duo discuss Prez's experience watching the Knicks' championship run, before pivoting into discussing the team's holistic draft strategy, a couple of long-shot bets the Knicks could trade up for before diving deep on two players who could ignite the Knicks' advantage creation in Ebuka Okorie and Dailyn Swain. 

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Can the New York Knicks actually set their sights on a repeat after capturing their first NBA championship in 53 years? Are Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and OG Anunoby the league’s new super team big 3 and favorites to win it all in 2027?

XJ breaks down why this core is so uniquely synergistic, highlighting Brunson’s clutch postseason heroics, Towns’ evolution as a two-way force, and Anunoby’s emergence into his true peak as a defender and offensive weapon.

The conversation heats up with a bold comparison of Mike Brown’s “unlocking” of the Knicks to Steve Kerr’s t...

Gavin Schall once again rolls solo for part two of this special Ten-Year Anniversary Edition of the Locked On Knicks Podcast by breaking down the five moves that allowed the New York Knicks to emerge as NBA Champions, including a hearty (one-man) debate between two of the team's most important stars. 

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On a special edition of the Locked On Knicks Squad Show, Ian O'Conner of The Athletic joins Chris Sacchi and Kris Pursiainen to rank the top 10 BEST moments of the Knicks playoff run, in honor of Locked On's 10 year anniversary! Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponso...

Gavin Schall rolls solo to talk through the first five of The Top 10 moves that allowed the Knicks to build a champion. 

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On a special edition of the Locked On Knicks Squad Show, John Wallace, Chris Sacchi, and Kris Pursiainen tell you how the Knicks reached the mountain top! Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-per...

The New York Knicks just won the NBA Championship!!!!!! The Knicks silence San Antonio Spurs as Jalen Brunson drops 45 in NBA Finals clincher. Has Brunson cemented his status among the league’s elite?

Gavin Schall and XJ break down the Knicks’ heart-stopping 94-90 victory that delivered their first NBA title in 53 years. The show spotlights Brunson’s relentless shot-making against Victor Wembanyama’s intimidating rim protection, Mitchell Robinson’s redemption with a clutch offensive rebound, and OG Anunoby’s suffocating defense on Spurs rookie Dylan Harper.

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Jalen Brunson and the Comeback New York Knicks did it again. And now they're the Champion Knicks.

For the first time in 53 years, New York rules the NBA. Brunson scored 45 points, including 13 straight for New York in the fourth quarter, and the Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night.

The Knicks won the series 4-1, rallying from double-digit deficits in all four of those victories. The deficit was 16 on Saturday night. Brunson and the Knicks were never fazed.

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On a special edition of the Locked On Knicks Squad Show, Casey Viera joins Chris Sacchi and Kris Pursiainen to ask the question; can the Knicks win this TONIGHT?! Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax n...

Gavin Schall is joined by friend and Knicks' fan Matthew Epstein to discuss what it was like being at Game Four in person. 

The duo dive into all of the game's epic moments, including the deflation of the first half, the glimmers of hope in the third quarter and the epic run of shot making in the fourth all culminating in perhaps the greatest shot in Knicks' franchise history.

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Gavin Schall is joined by Matthew Tynan of Locked On Spurs to break down what the Knicks and Spurs need to do, respectively, to win Game Five. 

The duo breaks down how the Knicks created space on offense and induced stagnancy on defense in Game Four and how the Spurs played right into their hands. 

They discuss if Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs have anything left in the emotional tank for Game Five or if this game broke them. 

Then they finally close out by discussing tactical adjustments on both sides to close out...

Gavin Schall and XJ break down the craziest win in NBA History and the Knicks being just one game away from winning the NBA Finals. 

The boys talk through the once-in-a-lifetime magic of this team, why Jalen Brunson's decision on the last-second shot was BRILLIANT  and the heroics of Brunson, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns and Jose Alvarado. They close off by discussing some of the inexplicable mistakes of the San Antonio Spurs and why the Knicks should have been down so much in the first place. 

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Gavin Schall and XJ break down the craziest win in NBA History and the Knicks being just one game away from winning the NBA Finals. 

The boys talk through the once-in-a-lifetime magic of this team, why Jalen Brunson's decision on the last-second shot was BRILLIANT  and the heroics of Brunson, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns and Jose Alvarado. They close off by discussing some of the inexplicable mistakes of the San Antonio Spurs and why the Knicks should have been down so much in the first place. 

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The New York Knicks made a record comeback from 29 points down and moved to the brink of their first championship since 1973 by beating the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 on Wednesday night.

OG Anunoby tipped in the miss of Jalen Brunson’s long 3-point attempt with 1.2 seconds remaining to complete the rally, giving the Knicks a 3-1 lead and three chances to win the championship.

It looked impossible early, when the Spurs rolled to a 27-point halftime lead. But Brunson helped bring the Knicks back with 36 points and Anunoby finished with 33.

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Gavin Schall rolls solo to break down exactly what the Knicks need from their superstars in Game Four to take back control of the series.

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Victor Wembanyama has his first NBA Finals win - and the New York Knicks suddenly have a lot of work left to end their 53-year championship drought.

Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists, carrying the San Antonio Spurs to a 115-111 victory Monday night that cut the Knicks’ lead to 2-1 in the best-of-seven series.

San Antonio is trying to make a first-of-its-kind NBA Finals comeback, and the 7-foot-4 Wembanyama, with his array of skills, makes anything look possible.

“I’m sure Victor has numerous sources of motivation,” Spurs coach Mitch Johnson...

The New York Knicks sputter as San Antonio Spurs’ tactics force a rare defeat. Can the Knicks counter before the series slips away?

Gavin Schall and XJ focus on the conversation on the Spurs’ relentless ball pressure, Steph Castle’s elite point-of-attack defense, and the Knicks’ struggles to adjust under physicality without a true secondary ballhandler. A key theme that emerged was OG Anunoby’s heroic two-way play, nearly willing New York to victory while Jalen Brunson faced constant traps and turnovers. The discussion explored how Victor Wembanyama’s rim protection, “inverted ghost coverage,” and the Spurs’ aggressive guard p...

The New York Knicks surge toward NBA Finals immortality, fueled by Jalen Brunson’s leadership, Karl-Anthony Towns’ dynamic play, and Mike Brown's flexibility. Can the San Antonio Spurs adjust their tactics in time to halt the Knicks’ momentum, or is destiny pushing New York closer to a championship parade?

Host XJ and guest Lee Escobedo break down the psychological edge, on-court strategy, and the pivotal roles of Landry Shamet, OG Anunoby, and Mitchell Robinson. Key discussions spotlight the Spurs’ defensive schemes against Brunson, the impact of Victor Wembanyama’s rim protection, and how Dylan Harper’s breakout challenges t...

This episode of Locked On Knicks features Gavin Schall and Ku Khahil breaking down Game 2 of the NBA Finals, focusing on the New York Knicks' gritty win over the San Antonio Spurs. 

The hosts analyze Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama's late-game struggles and clutch plays, debate the Wembanyama turnover and Spurs' timeout decisions, and discuss the defensive physicality that defined the matchup. 

They spotlight Karl-Anthony Towns' emergence as a defensive and offensive force, alongside OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges' key contributions for the Knicks. The show also explores San Antonio's adjustments and role players, evaluates bo...

The New York Knicks edge San Antonio Spurs in a heart-stopping finish, moving just TWO wins away from their first NBA title in decades. Jalen Brunson struggles late, but the Knicks' depth—highlighted by Karl-Anthony Towns outdueling Victor Wembanyama and Mikal Bridges’ clutch shot-making—keeps their championship dreams on course. Did head coach Mike Brown’s bold lineup pivots and willingness to exploit Landry Shamet’s hot hand make the key difference against San Antonio’s late-run adjustments?

Gavin Schall and XJ break down the Knicks' resilience amid San Antonio's fierce comeback, focusing on pivotal defensive adjustments, Wembanyama’s...

The New York Knicks are two games away from their first NBA championship since 1973. The Knicks held on for a thrilling 105-104 Game 2 win against the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals on Friday night. They lead the series 2-0 thanks to two road wins and will now head to Madison Square Garden with a chance to potentially clinch a title.

The Spurs trailed by as many as 14 in the fourth quarter in Game 2 and stormed all the way back to take the lead in the waning minutes. However, in a tie game, Victor W...

Gavin Schall is joined by Hoops Tonight's Jason Timpf to do a deep dive on Game One and the looming adjustments heading into Game Two.

The duo discusses Jalen Brunson's incredible close and ability to problem-solve against a generational defense, Josh Hart's insane motor, if the Knicks' defense on Victor Wembanyama is replicable, and how the Spurs will use their young superstar differently in Game Two.  

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On a special edition of the Locked On Knicks Squad Show, John Wallace, Chris Sacchi, and Kris Pursiainen break down game one of the NBA Finals! Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-person...

Gavin Schall and XJ team up to break down a THRILLING KNICKS WIN IN GAME ONE OF THE NBA FINALS!!!!! 

The boys open the discussion by talking through the extraordinary heart and grit this team showed down the stretch before diving into Jalen Brunson's absolutely electric finish, Josh Hart's elite defense and rebounding, Karl-Anthony Towns bringing the fight to Victor Wembanyama, Jose Alvarado and Landry Shamet stepping up to the plate and OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges and Mitchell Robinson finding a way. 

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Tonight's Knicks Postcast reacts to Game 1 of the NBA Finals vs. the San Antonio Spurs! Chris Sacchi joins you RIGHT AFTER the final buzzer! Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide...

On a special edition of the Locked On Knicks Squad Show, Ariel Pacheco joins Chris Sacchi and Kris Pursiainen to discuss the X's and O's on the Knicks biggest series of the century. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TurboTax This year you’re getting a major...

Gavin Schall finishes up his conversation with Locked On Spurs Matthew Tynan on how the Spurs can best attack Jalen Brunson and what the Knicks will do to best try and hold up against it, before getting into the x-factors that will define the series, including the rebounding battle the Spurs ball pressure against the Knicks, the health of De'Aaron Fox and much more before the show concludes with Gavin's predicition. 

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Gavin Schall is joined by Locked On Spurs Matthew Tynan to learn a whole lot more about the Knicks opponent and provide some reciprocal intel on the New York Knicks. 

The boys discuss how the Spurs have gotten so much better seemingly every week since the teams last met, what it will take to get Victor Wembanyama away from the rim, and how the Spurs will contend with the Knicks' bench lineups. 

They then flip sides of the ball and discuss how the Knicks will guard Victor Wembanyama. 

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Gavin Schall is joined by Knicks Film School's Benjy Ritholtz for a deep dive preview on THE NBA FINALS!!!!

The duo jump in discussing their mental state heading into the NBA Finals, the extent to which the Spurs can disrupt the Knicks' flow state, whether the starters or a five-shooter bench unit is more equipped to attack Victor Wembanyama, when do the Spurs blink on ghost coverage, how the Knicks are built to guard San Antonio, what it will look like when the Spurs can click and a very healthy fear of Dylan Harper. 

The New York Knicks face the ultimate test: can Jalen Brunson outduel Victor Wembanyama and shock the San Antonio Spurs in a long-awaited NBA Finals rematch?? The Knicks storm into the series after bulldozing the Eastern Conference with dominant rim attacks and a revitalized Karl-Anthony Towns. With Wembanyama's historic rim protection and the Spurs' disruptive tactics, the chess match is set: will Brunson’s elite pull-up shooting force Wemby out of the paint and tilt the balance?

XJ breaks down why the Knicks’ versatile lineups—featuring OG Anunoby, Mitchell Robinson, and Towns—could neutralize San Antonio’s interior d...

On a special edition of the Locked On Knicks Squad Show, MIKE VACCARO of the New York Post joins Chris Sacchi and Kris Pursiainen to discuss the impact, timeline, and reporting of Mitchell Robinson's injury. Mike Vaccaro's new book is titled "The Bosses of the Bronx: The Endless Drama of the Yankees Under the House of Steinbrenner."

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Gavin Schall goes solo to react to some terrible injury news about Mitchell Robinson.

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