The NBA Report w/ CP The Fanchise

Should the Knicks sacrifice roster continuity to avoid the NBA's second apron?

NBA salary cap expert Keith Smith joins CP The Fanchise to explain:

• Why Mitchell Robinson is so valuable
 • The real financial impact of the second apron
 • James Dolan's decision-making
 • Why championship teams should run it back
 • Potential backup center targets
 • Knicks free agency strategy
 • KAT and Brunson extensions
 • LaMelo Ball trade analysis
 • Giannis to Miami
 • Jaylen Brown rumors
 • Ja Morant's future

A must-listen episode for Knicks fans looking to understand the business behind the basketball.

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Wemby Takes The West, As Spurs Will Face The Knicks For The Chip! | WCF Reaction

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The Knicks are headed to the NBA Finals, but one question remains:

Will it be Oklahoma City or San Antonio?

CP The Fanchise and JD Sports Talk break down the Spurs' dominant Game 6 win over the Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's struggles, Victor Wembanyama's impact, and which matchup would be most favorable for New York. 

The show also covers:

•  Mitchell Robinson's finger injury 
•  Mike Brown's impact on the Knicks defense 
•  Why Mikal Bridges has elevated his game 
•  Knicks Finals expectations 
•  Fan mailbag questions 
•  Championship outlook for New York 

Plus, JD makes his return to KFTV for a wide-ranging discussion as Knicks Nation counts down the days until Game 1. 

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CP The Fanchise is joined by Justin Morelli to dish on the latest NBA Playoff conference finals developments. 

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Who would be the tougher playoff matchup for the New York Knicks: the Cleveland Cavaliers or the Detroit Pistons?

CP The Fanchise is joined by Dexter Henry to break down the Knicks’ potential Eastern Conference Finals path, why Detroit’s physicality could create problems, and why Cleveland’s offense still demands respect. 

The conversation includes:

•  Why Detroit’s defense and athleticism make them dangerous 
•  How Mikal Bridges could defend Cade Cunningham 
•  Why the Knicks’ defense looks COMPLETELY different now 
•  Karl-Anthony Towns’ role in the offense moving forward 
•  Mike Brown’s playoff adjustments & offensive wrinkles 
•  Why the Knicks may have the deepest roster remaining 
•  Giannis trade rumors heating back up 
•  Adam Silver’s proposed anti-tanking “321” draft reform 

CP and Dexter also debate whether the Knicks should even WANT Giannis if it means sacrificing their depth and chemistry.

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CP The Fanchise is joined by NBA Insider Dexter Henry reacting to the latest NBA Playoff 2nd round matchups:

• How will the Knicks survive without OG Anunoby
• Pistons smoke the Cavs to go up 2-0
• Lakers cry foul in loss to OKC
• Will Jaylen Brown be traded?

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NBA Playoffs Round 1 Reactions: Knicks Smoke Hawks | Spurs Move On | Bye Bye Detroit?

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The Knicks lose a brutal Game 3 in Atlanta and now trail the Hawks 2-1 in the series.

CP The Fanchise is joined by Leigh Ellis to break down Mike Brown’s coaching choices, CJ McCollum’s dominant play, Karl-Anthony Towns’ role, Mitchell Robinson’s minutes, and what New York must do to respond in Game 4.

Also includes reactions to other NBA playoff series and a conversation on Basketball Passport.

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CP The Fanchise is joined by NBA analyst Brian Geltzeiler for a full NBA Playoff preview.

They break down Knicks vs Hawks, Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns’ chemistry, why the Knicks can make a deep run, Celtics vs Sixers, Lakers vs Rockets, Nuggets vs Timberwolves, LeBron’s future, and NBA award races.

Loaded episode for Knicks fans and NBA fans alike. 

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On this episode, CP The Fanchise reacts to the the latest NBA MVP Ladder as well as the ESPN NBA MVP straw poll. Fascinating develops to see how will emerge. Will SGA go back to back or will Wemby steal it?!

PLUS the new NBA TV deal takes a hit in a very fascinating way. CP breaks down the latest report from Tom Haberstroh of Yahoo Sports. 

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