The Knicks rank just outside the bottom 10 in defensive efficiency, and in their six losses to Cleveland, OKC and Boston, they have surrendered an average of 126 points. These are not championship-contending numbers, even with a top-shelf offense.

The Cleveland Cavaliers boosted their NBA-best record with a 142-105 romp past the New York Knicks on Friday, tightening their grip on the Eastern Conference lead with an all-around dominant display.

The New York Knicks have been one of the best teams in basketball this season. The Knicks are currently 36-18,

Giannis Antetokounmpo is playing his 12th season in the NBA, after turning 30 years old on December 6. His career is likely already already accomplished enough to get him into the basketball Hall of Fame,

As Shams Charania reported on ESPN earlier this week, Giannis Antetokounmpo is happy in Milwaukee but he loves winning more. Bottom line? He’ll only stay with the Bucks long-term if he feels like they’re a team that’s built to win long-term.

The New York Knicks could make an NBA-changing acquisition if they land Giannis Antetokounmpo if he leaves the Milwaukee Bucks.