New York Knicks are NBA Cup champions + how can the NBA solve the injury crisis?
- - New York Knicks are NBA Cup champions + how can the NBA solve the injury crisis?
Tom Haberstroh and Dan DevineDecember 18, 2025 at 3:34 AM
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Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine break down the New York Knicks’ first NBA Cup championship run. Following the departure of Tom Thibodeau, has the Knickerbockers’ offensive scheme unlocked a new level? With the defense maintaining its integrity as the offense continues to explode, are the Knicks now a real championship threat? Then, the pair discusses and shares their thoughts on the Knicks' decision not to celebrate their NBA Cup championship with a banner.
Later, they respond to commissioner Adam Silver’s comments regarding the NBA injury crisis and propose solutions to end the prolonged absence of star power for the league.
(1:14) The Big Number: $530,933 - Knicks player earnings from NBA Cup
(11:20) Knicks refuse to hang NBA Cup Banner
(19:32) The Little Number: +21.5 - Knicks net rating with Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges and Josh Hart on the floor
(22:36) The Little Number: 7.9 minutes per game - time Jalen Brunson has possession of the ball this season
(26:40) The Little Number: 11th - Knicks defensive efficiency ranking
(32:07) Injury crisis update
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson holds the MVP trophy after winning the Emirates NBA Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena. Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images (Kirby Lee)
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