Knicks & Stones

In this episode, the guys discuss Julius Randle's promising All-star candidacy (2:00) and what his role would be on a championship team (13:30). They also talk about Derrick Rose's impact on Quickley's recent play (27:58) and Ryan Saunder's firing (37:26). Len and Big B close the episode with their predictions for the Knicks' next games against the Warriors, Kings, Pacers, and Pistons (52:36). 

In this episode, the guys kick things off by analyzing last week's games [MIA, WAS, HOU] (1:22) and Derrick Rose's early impact on the team (10:55). They also discuss Austin Rivers' body language on the bench (17:55) and Rose's first stint on the Knicks compared to this latest one. Big B then reacts to the Knicks' draft picks falling in the Tankation standings (35:58). Lastly, Len and Big B give their predictions for next week's games against the Hawks, Magic, Spurs, and T-Wolves (44:50). 

In this episode, Len and Big B break down last week's games against the Bulls (2x), Trailblazers, and Heat (3:08). They also analyze the Derrick Rose trade (12:16) and other trade scenarios (18:40), fans' disapproval of Austin Rivers & Elfrid Payton (25:40). The guys then shut it down by reflecting on what makes a good Knicks fan (49:05).

In this episode, Len and Big B break down the Knicks' most recent games against the Jazz, Cavs, and Clippers (1:00). The guys also analyze burning trade rumors surrounding the Knickerbockers (23:56), the second anniversary of the Porzingis trade (48:40), Kevin Knox's sad regression (58:30), and Quickley's invigorating ROY candidacy (1:00:05).

Len and Big B go over last week's games (1:05). They also revisit the conversation around Quickley starting (14:55), Thib's maddening rotation decisions (38:54). The guys wrap things up by giving their predictions for the upcoming games against Utah Jazz, Cleveland Cavs, and LA Clippers (1:15:30).

The guys kick things off with a recap of the Knicks’ week of play after a 5-5 start (1:47). They also revisit Quickley’s case for starting at the point (7:35). Len then talks about Obi Toppin’s encouraging play easing his previous worries (12:30). Other topics include RJ Barrett bouncing back after a rough shooting stretch (20:27), Kevin Knox’s dominance from the corners (28:12), David Fizdale devaluing our young talent (28:44), Dennis Smith Jr.’s life after NBA basketball (34:40), predictions for the Knicks’ upcoming games, (38:05), and the colossal James Harden trade (47:20). 

Len and Big B discuss the idea of building around Julius Randle (5:26), plus RJ Barrett (27:30) and Immanuel Quickley's (37:36) most recent struggles. They also reevaluate the season's expectations (42:20) going forward, and give their predictions (52:40) for the Knick's upcoming games this week against Charlotte, Clevland, Brooklyn, and Boston. 

This week, the guys make sure to give Thibs his early props (16:00). They also discuss Julius Randle's remarkable growth (21:42) and RJ Barret's sporadic jump shot (29:36). Later on, the hosts predict what will happen when the roster is fully healthy, and Big B voices his concerns with Elfrid Payton playing over Quickley (39:21). The guys also debate whether they'd rather be the 8th seed this season or receive a Top 5 draft pick. 

Len and Big B tackle a ton of topics following the Knick's first three regular season games. They talk about RJ's rollercoaster start (1:14), Frank Ntlikina's most recent resurgence (4:20), the team's defensive identity (10:27), Elfrid Payton's masterful game against the Bucks (15:02), and Mitchell Robinson conquering his foul troubles (15:02). The guys also praise Alec Burks and Julius Randle for their overall play thus far (25:50) and explore their potential trade value. They wrap things by analyzing Knick fans' conflict when veterans, like Randle and Payton, are featured and perform (38:50) well on a rebuilding team. 

Len and Big B recap the Knicks' last preseason games (3 and 4), both against the Cleveland Cavaliers. They kick off the episode by discussing the Knicks unpredictable turnaround in Game 3 (1:15) led by rookie Immanuel Quickley and the rest of the young core. Following that, the guys analyze Game 4's thrashing and whether Thibs will start Quickley right away (25:16). They also talk about the encouraging signs shown by Kevin Knox (31:56), Obi Toppin (43:40), and Mitchell Robinson (44:32). Lastly, they end the session with a heartfelt message to Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant (48:40).