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NBA 2024-25 power rankings: Where Knicks stand among top contenders

Only a few months before training camp begins, The Post breaks down the new NBA landscape with its power rankings:

Jalen Brunson's $113 million contract sacrifice 'messed up the game': Ex-Knick

The 10-year NBA veteran, who made a pit stop in New York for 15 games during the 1998-99 season, praised Brunson for his selflessness but warned of the consequences.

Shaquille O'Neal parties with 'Hawk Tuah Girl' during DJ set in Nashville

An NBA legend is now getting in on the "Hawk Tuah" rise to stardom.

Pelicans acquire All-Star from Hawks in NBA blockbuster trade

One day after the 2024 NBA Draft concluded, two teams pulled off a major trade.

2024 NBA Draft grades: How teams fared in first round

The Post’s Zach Braziller graded the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft.

Lakers facing another setback in coaching search as target emerges as Cavaliers favorite

Three weeks after firing head coach J.B. Bickerstaff, the Cleveland Cavaliers appear to have a top target for his replacement — and it's someone the Lakers have their eyes on.

New details reveal how Lakers are barely considering JJ Redick for coaching opening

ESPN reported Thursday night that the Lakers have only interviewed one candidate twice -- and it's not JJ Redick.

NBA team expected to 'aggressively' shop star with heavy interest expected

Brandon Ingram could be on the move this offseason. 

A +270 moneyline bet for Game 2 of Thunder-Pelicans

Will the Thunder roll in Game 2 or will the Pelicans continue to make this a competitive series? We break down the game and make a pick.

Zion Williamson gives Pelicans hope he can return for playoffs

Zion Williamson, 23, is trying to overcome a left hamstring strain that he suffered on April 16 in the Pelicans' play-in tournament game against the Lakers. 

Pelicans forward razzes Jontay Porter's gambling scandal in presser

Larry Nance Jr. was trying to make a point that he doesn't see the Pelicans as underdogs against the top-seeded Thunder and Jontay Porter wound up taking a ricochet shot.

Zion Williamson-less Pelicans advance to NBA playoffs

The Pelicans beat the Kings 105-98 in a play-in elimination game without Zion Williamson, who strained his hamstring in a play-in loss to the Lakers.

Why we're betting the underdog in Kings-Pelicans tonight

And now, with a sixth meeting on the horizon and a postseason appearance on the line, the Pelicans face the daunting task of clinching a playoff berth without their star...

Kings take favorite status against Pelicans after Zion Williamson injury

Zion Williamson’s injury is bad news for the Pelicans ahead of their play-in tournament match-up against the Kings on Friday night.

Zion Williamson out for Pelicans' do-or-die game in injury disaster

The Pelicans' NBA playoff hopes could be shattered due to Zion Williamson's latest injury.

Zion Williamson exits with injury in final minutes of NBA play-in heartbreaker

The Pelicans lost more than just the first game of the NBA play-in tournament on Tuesday. They are now dealing with an ailment to their star power forward, Zion Williamson. ...

Lakers hold on for play-in win to earn playoff rematch with Nuggets

LeBron James had 23 points, and the Lakers secured a playoff berth with a 110-106 win over the Pelicans in the Western Conference play-in tournament.

Why we're betting on Lebron James in Lakers-Pelicans play-in game

The Lakers and Pelicans get the NBA's play-in tournament started, and we have a best bet for Tuesday's game.

Early Western Conference play-in tournament picks: Lakers-Pelicans, Warriors-Kings

We're setting the stage for a pair of Western Conference matchups on Tuesday, with some key insights bettors need to know.

Shaq completely loses it when Charles Barkley demonstrates how players should fall

O'Neal got his own entertainment when Barkley demonstrated how NBA players should fall to avoid injury.