SB Nation New York: All Posts by Brandon Klinehttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/48977/ny-fave.png2013-01-05T11:34:39-05:00https://newyork.sbnation.com/authors/brandon-kline/rss2013-01-05T11:34:39-05:002013-01-05T11:34:39-05:00Knicks trail Heat by half a game in East
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<p>The New York Knicks remain in good position in their division, and appear ready to challenge for the top spot in the conference.</p> <p>With a Miami loss on Friday night, the <a href="https://www.postingandtoasting.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">New York Knicks</a> (22-10) moved to just half a game behind the Heat (22-9) for the best record in the Eastern Conference. The Knicks have a 4.5-game lead over then <a href="https://www.netsdaily.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Brooklyn Nets</a> (18-15) in the Atlantic division. The Nets currently occupy the sixth spot in the Eastern Conference playoff hunt, with a 2.5-game lead over the <a href="https://www.celticsblog.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Boston Celtics</a> (15-17).</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.blogabull.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Chicago Bulls</a> (18-13) and <a href="https://www.indycornrows.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Indiana Pacers</a> (19-14) sit atop the Central division, and the <a href="https://www.hothothoops.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Miami Heat</a> are just two games ahead of the <a href="https://www.peachtreehoops.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Atlanta Hawks</a> (22-11) in the Southeast.</p>
<p>In the Western Conference, the <a href="https://www.welcometoloudcity.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Oklahoma City Thunder</a> (25-7) have the best winning percentage in the NBA and hold an eight-game lead in the Northwest division. The <a href="https://www.poundingtherock.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">San Antonio Spurs</a> (26-9) and <a href="https://www.clipsnation.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Los Angeles Clippers</a> (26-8) are tied for the most wins in the league. The Spurs are 3.5 games ahead of the <a href="https://www.grizzlybearblues.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Memphis Grizzlies</a> in the Southwest, while the Clippers lead the <a href="https://www.goldenstateofmind.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Golden State Warriors</a> by three games.</p>
https://newyork.sbnation.com/2013/1/5/3839068/2013-nba-standings-knicks-netsBrandon Kline2012-12-29T11:54:12-05:002012-12-29T11:54:12-05:00Knicks maintain comfortable lead atop Atlantic
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<p>The Knicks suffered a tough loss on Friday night, but remain in a good position in the Easter Conference standings.</p> <p>The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.postingandtoasting.com/">New York Knicks</a> (21-9) hold a 5.5-game lead over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.netsdaily.com/">Brooklyn Nets</a> (15-14) in the Atlantic division. The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.celticsblog.com/">Boston Celtics</a> (14-14) and <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.libertyballers.com/">Philadelphia 76ers</a> (14-16) remain in the hunt. In addition, the Knicks are just a half-game behind the Miami Heat for the best record in the Eastern Conference.</p>
<p>In the Central, the <a href="https://www.indycornrows.com/">Indiana Pacers</a> (17-12) have a one-game lead over the <a href="https://www.brewhoop.com/">Milwaukee Bucks</a> (15-12) and the <a href="https://www.blogabull.com/">Chicago Bulls</a> (15-12). Very little has changed In the Southeast, where the <a href="https://www.hothothoops.com/">Miami Heat</a> (20-7) are two games ahead of the <a href="https://www.peachtreehoops.com/">Atlanta Hawks</a> (18-9).</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.poundingtherock.com/">San Antonio Spurs</a> (23-8) have won four-consecutive games and now lead the <a href="https://www.grizzlybearblues.com/">Memphis Grizzlies</a> (18-8) by 2.5 games in the Southwest. The <a href="https://www.welcometoloudcity.com/">Oklahoma City Thunder</a> (22-6) have a comfortable lead in the Northwest over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.denverstiffs.com/">Denver Nuggets</a> (17-14). In the Pacific, the <a href="https://www.clipsnation.com/">Los Angeles Clippers</a> (24-6) are the hottest team in the NBA. With their 16-game winning streak, the Clippers now have the best record in the league.</p>
https://newyork.sbnation.com/2012/12/29/3814754/2012-nba-standings-Brandon Kline2012-12-22T10:39:23-05:002012-12-22T10:39:23-05:00NBA scores: Knicks fall to the Bulls, 110-106
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<p>Carmelo Anthony and the Knicks suffered a frustrating loss to the Bulls on Friday night. New York still has a comfortable lead atop the Atlantic division. </p> <p>The New York Knicks lost to the Chicago Bulls for the second time this season. <span>Carmelo Anthony</span>, <span>Tyson Chandler</span>, and coach <span>Mike Woodson</span> were ejected during the 110-106 defeat. Anthony managed to score 29 points before being tossed. <span>Luol Deng</span> led the Bulls with 29 points and 13 rebounds.</p>
<p>Elsewhere in the division, the Boston Celtics lost in overtime to the Milwaukee Bucks, 99-94. The <a href="https://www.libertyballers.com/">Philadelphia 76ers</a> earned an impressive 99-80 victory over the <a href="https://www.peachtreehoops.com/">Atlanta Hawks</a>. The <a href="https://www.raptorshq.com/">Toronto Raptors</a> continued their hot streak with a 99-93 win against the <a href="https://www.orlandopinstripedpost.com/">Orlando Magic</a>. Toronto has now won five games in a row. The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.netsdaily.com/">Brooklyn Nets</a> were off on Friday, and return to action on Sunday against the 76ers.</p>
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<p>Here's a full look at the NBA's scores from Friday:</p>
<p>Toronto Raptors 93 - Orlando Magic 90</p>
<p>Philadelphia 76ers 99 - Atlanta Hawks 80</p>
<p><a href="https://www.indycornrows.com/">Indiana Pacers</a> 99 - <a href="https://www.fearthesword.com/">Cleveland Cavaliers</a> 89</p>
<p><a href="https://www.blogabull.com/">Chicago Bulls</a> 110 - <a href="https://www.postingandtoasting.com/">New York Knicks</a> 106</p>
<p><a href="https://www.detroitbadboys.com/">Detroit Pistons</a> 100 - <a href="https://www.bulletsforever.com/">Washington Wizards</a> 68</p>
<p><a href="https://www.brewhoop.com/">Milwaukee Bucks</a> 99 - <a href="https://www.celticsblog.com/">Boston Celtics</a> 94 (OT)</p>
<p><a href="https://www.grizzlybearblues.com/">Memphis Grizzlies</a> 92 - <a href="https://www.mavsmoneyball.com/">Dallas Mavericks</a> 82</p>
<p><a href="https://www.poundingtherock.com/">San Antonio Spurs</a> 99 - <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nba/teams/new-orleans-hornets">New Orleans Hornets</a> 94</p>
<p><a href="https://www.goldenstateofmind.com/">Golden State Warriors</a> 115 - <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nba/teams/charlotte-bobcats">Charlotte Bobcats</a> 100</p>
<p><a href="https://www.clipsnation.com/">Los Angeles Clippers</a> 97 - <a href="https://www.sactownroyalty.com/">Sacramento Kings</a> 85</p>
https://newyork.sbnation.com/2012/12/22/3795078/nba-scores-2012Brandon Kline2012-12-15T09:41:02-05:002012-12-15T09:41:02-05:00Knicks are best in the East
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<p>The New York Knicks are 8-2 in their last 10 games and remain unbeaten at home (9-0) this season.</p> <p>The <a href="https://www.postingandtoasting.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">New York Knicks</a>, winners of three straight, have the best record in the Eastern Conference. At 17-5, they lead the <a href="https://www.netsdaily.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Brooklyn Nets</a> (13-9) by four games in the Atlantic division. The <a href="https://www.celticsblog.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Boston Celtics</a> (12-10) and the <a href="https://www.libertyballers.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Philadelphia 76ers</a> (12-11) are not far behind. In last place, the <a href="https://www.raptorshq.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Toronto Raptors</a> (5-19) are tied for the most losses in the NBA.</p>
<p>Around the East, the <a href="https://www.brewhoop.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Milwaukee Bucks</a> have grabbed a piece of the lead in the Central division. Milwaukee and the <a href="https://www.blogabull.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Chicago Bulls</a> are tied at 12-9. In the Southeast, the <a href="https://www.hothothoops.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Miami Heat's</a> recent struggles have landed them in a tie for first place with the <a href="https://www.peachtreehoops.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Atlanta Hawks</a>. The Heat have lost three of their last five games, while Atlanta has won five of its last six.</p>
<p>In the West, the <a href="https://www.poundingtherock.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">San Antonio Spurs</a> (18-4) and <a href="https://www.welcometoloudcity.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Oklahoma City Thunder</a> (19-4) have comfortable leads atop their respective divisions. In the Pacific Division, the Los Angeles <a href="https://www.clipsnation.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Clippers</a> (16-6) lead the <a href="https://www.goldenstateofmind.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Golden State Warriors</a> (15-8) by 1.5 games.</p>
https://newyork.sbnation.com/2012/12/15/3769706/nba-2012-standingsBrandon Kline2012-12-14T13:40:05-05:002012-12-14T13:40:05-05:00Brook Lopez could return tonight vs. Pistons
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<p>After missing seven games, Brook Lopez could return to action on Friday night.</p> <p><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.netsdaily.com/">Brooklyn Nets</a>' center <span>Brook Lopez</span> is listed as probable for tonight's game against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.detroitbadboys.com/">Detroit Pistons</a>. <a href="http://thebrooklyngame.com/brook-lopez-listed-as-probable-tonight-vs-detroit/" target="_blank">Devin Kharpertian of The Brooklyn Game </a>reports that if Lopez does return on Friday night, it will likely be in a limited capacity. Coach Avery Johnson said that Lopez will not play more than 24 minutes in his first game back.</p>
<p>Lopez has missed seven games with a sprained right foot that he suffered on Nov. 28 against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.celticsblog.com/">Boston Celtics</a>. Since then, Brooklyn is just 2-5. While <span>Andray Blatche</span> has filled in well, the Nets will be eager to get their starting center back.</p>
<p>The Nets have struggled without Lopez on both sides of the court. He remains their leading scorer (18.5 PPG) and their third-best rebounder (6.8 RPG). Lopez's absence has also showed on defense. In their seven games without him, the Nets have allowed 99.9 points per game. Prior to the injury, Brooklyn was averaging 90.8 points allowed per game.</p>
https://newyork.sbnation.com/2012/12/14/3767190/brook-lopez-injury-update-brooklyn-nets-detroit-pistons-game-time-tvBrandon Kline2012-12-08T08:39:34-05:002012-12-08T08:39:34-05:00Nets drop 3rd straight to Warriors
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<p>Despite losing for the third game in a row, the Nets (11-7) remain in second place in the Atlantic Division, trailing only the New York Knicks (14-4).</p> <p>The <a href="https://www.netsdaily.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Brooklyn Nets</a> came up short on Friday night against the <a href="https://www.goldenstateofmind.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Golden State Warriors</a>, dropping their third straight game, 109-102. This was Brooklyn's fourth consecutive game without leading scorer <span>Brook Lopez</span>. <span>Andray Blatche</span> filled in well, with 22 points and 15 rebounds. <span>Joe Johnson</span> also scored a season-high 32 points for the Nets. <span>David Lee</span> led the Warriors with 30 points and 15 rebounds, and <span>Stephen Curry</span> had 28 points.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.postingandtoasting.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Knicks</a> were off on Friday, but fans are still reveling in New York's Thursday victory over the <a href="https://www.hothothoops.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Miami Heat</a>. With <span>Carmelo Anthony</span> on the bench, the Knicks defeated the Heat, 112-92. The teams were tied at halftime, but New York jumped out to a big lead to begin the third quarter, and never looked back. <span>Raymond Felton</span> led the way for the Knicks with 27 points and seven assists. The Knicks, who average more 3-point attempts than any team in the league, made 18-of-44 from behind the arc.</p>
<p>Around the Atlantic Division, the <a href="https://www.libertyballers.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Philadelphia 76ers</a> narrowly defeated the <a href="https://www.celticsblog.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Boston Celtics</a> in overtime on Friday, 95-94. With the win, Philadelphia jumped into third place in the division. <span>Evan Turner</span> drained the game-winning shot with just 3.9 seconds remaining in overtime, finishing with 26 points and 10 rebounds for the 76ers. For Boston, <span>Rajon Rondo</span> had 16 points, 13 rebounds, and 14 assists.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.raptorshq.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Raptors</a> lost their third game in a row on Friday against the <a href="https://www.slcdunk.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Utah Jazz</a>, 131-99. Eight Utah players finished with double-digit points, including <span>Paul Millsap</span>, who had 20 points and 10 rebounds. <span>Andrea Bargnani</span> led Toronto with 20 points and 8 rebounds.</p>
https://newyork.sbnation.com/2012/12/8/3742942/2012-nba-scoresBrandon Kline2012-12-01T09:01:03-05:002012-12-01T09:01:03-05:00Knicks cruise past Wizards, Nets beat Magic
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<p>All five teams in the Atlantic Division were in action on Friday night, and all five were victorious.</p> <p>The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.postingandtoasting.com/">New York Knicks</a> took care of business on Friday night against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bulletsforever.com/">Washington Wizards</a>, cruising to a 108-87 victory. New York jumped out to an early lead (26-17 after the first quarter) and never looked back. <span>Carmelo Anthony</span> and <span>J.R. Smith</span> each scored 20 points, while <span>Tyson Chandler</span> scored 12 and grabbed 10 rebounds. <span>Jordan Crawford</span> led the Wizards with 17 points.</p>
<p>The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.netsdaily.com/">Brooklyn Nets</a> also notched a victory on Friday, defeating the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.orlandopinstripedpost.com/">Orlando Magic</a>, 98-86. Even without leading scorer <span>Brook Lopez</span>, the Nets got solid play from each of their five starters, all of whom finished in double figures. <span>Joe Johnson</span> led the way with 22 points. This was Brooklyn's fifth straight win. <span>Glen Davis</span> was Orlando's leading scorer, with 16 points.</p>
<p>With their wins, the Knicks and Nets both advanced to 11-4 and remained tied atop the Atlantic division. Not far behind, the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.libertyballers.com/">Philadelphia 76ers</a> moved to 10-6 with a 104-98 victory over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/nba/teams/charlotte-bobcats">Charlotte Bobcats</a>. The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.celticsblog.com/">Boston Celtics</a> (9-7) defeated the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.blazersedge.com/">Portland Trail Blazers</a>, 96-78. And the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.raptorshq.com/">Toronto Raptors</a> (4-13) got a win over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.brightsideofthesun.com/">Phoenix Suns</a>, 101-97.</p>
https://newyork.sbnation.com/2012/12/1/3713894/nba-scores-2012Brandon Kline2012-11-30T16:00:58-05:002012-11-30T16:00:58-05:00FCS Playoffs: Wagner and Stony Brook represent NY
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<p>The second round of the FCS playoffs will take place on Dec. 1, and New York has two teams in contention. Wagner will take on Eastern Washington, and Stony Brook will visit Montana State.</p> <p>The Wagner Seahawks will take on the Eastern Washington Eagles in Cheney, Washington in the second round of the FCS playoffs. Wagner will enter the game with a lot of momentum. After starting their season 0-3, the Seahawks have won nine games in a row, including a first-round matchup against Colgate. Eastern Wash. is coming off a first-round bye. This game will be a clash of great offense against great defense. Eastern Washington scored 31.8 points per game, while Wagner held opponents to an average of just 16.6 points.</p>
<p>Also representing New York, the Stony Brook Seawolves will visit the Montana St. Bobcats. Stony Brook demolished most of its opponents this season thanks to strong play on both sides of the ball. The Seawolves outscored opponents by more than 20 points per game. Still, Montana St. will have home-field advantage. The only game the Bobcats (10-1) lost all season was a three-point defeat at the hands of Eastern Washington.</p>
<p>Here's a full schedule of all the FCS Playoff games taking place on Saturday, Dec. 1:</p>
<p>New Hampshire at Wofford -- 2 p.m.</p>
<p>Illinois St. at Appalachian St. -- 2 p.m.</p>
<p>Central Arkansas at Georgia Southern (5) -- 2 p.m.</p>
<p>Coastal Carolina at Old Dominion (4) -- 2 p.m.</p>
<p>South Dakota St at North Dakota St. (1) -- 4 p.m.</p>
<p>Cal Poly at Sam Houston St. -- 4 p.m.</p>
<p>Wagner at Eastern Washington (2) -- 6 p.m.</p>
<p>Stony Brook at Montana St. (3) -- 7 p.m.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.ncaa.com/Interactive-Bracket/Football/Fcs" target="_blank">Click here for a complete look at the FCS bracket.</a></p>
https://newyork.sbnation.com/2012/11/30/3710968/2012-fcs-playoff-scheduleBrandon Kline2012-11-24T08:59:08-05:002012-11-24T08:59:08-05:00NBA Scores: Knicks lose, Nets win
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<p>The Atlantic division remains one of the toughest in the league. It is the only division in the NBA that has four teams with seven wins or more.</p> <p>The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.thedreamshake.com/">Houston Rockets</a> handed the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.postingandtoasting.com/">New York Knicks</a> (8-3) their third loss of the season on Friday, in a 131-103 pummeling. <span>James Harden</span> led Houston with 33 points and nine assists, and <span>Chandler Parsons</span> scored a career-high 31. For the Knicks, <span>Carmelo Anthony</span> had a season-high 37 points, but he also had seven turnovers. This was <span>Jeremy Lin's</span> first game against his former team.</p>
<p>The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.netsdaily.com/">Brooklyn Nets</a> (7-4) notched an impressive 86-76 victory over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.clipsnation.com/">Los Angeles Clippers</a>. Brooklyn trailed by seven going into halftime, but they held Los Angles to 29 points in the second half. <span>Chris Paul</span> and <span>Blake Griffin</span> were scoreless in the fourth quarter, when the Clippers scored just 13 points. <span>Brook Lopez</span> led the Nets with 26 points, adding five rebounds and three blocks.</p>
<p>Around the Atlantic division, the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.celticsblog.com/">Boston Celtics</a> picked up a big win over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.welcometoloudcity.com/">Oklahoma City Thunder</a>, 108-100. With the win, Boston moved to 7-6 this season. The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.raptorshq.com/">Toronto Raptors</a> lost a heartbreaker to the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.detroitbadboys.com/">Detroit Pistons</a>, 91-90. The Raptors are now 3-10 on the year.</p>
https://newyork.sbnation.com/2012/11/24/3684972/nba-scores-2012Brandon Kline2012-11-17T10:35:39-05:002012-11-17T10:35:39-05:00Knicks remain atop Atlantic despite loss
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<p>The New York Knicks have the best winning percentage in the Eastern Conference.</p> <p>The <a href="https://www.postingandtoasting.com/">New York Knicks</a> (6-1) kept their spot atop the Atlantic Division despite suffering their first defeat on Friday, which came at the hands of the <a href="https://www.grizzlybearblues.com/">Memphis Grizzlies</a>. On Thursday, however, New York notched an impressive victory over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.poundingtherock.com/">San Antonio Spurs</a>.</p>
<p>In second place, the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.netsdaily.com/">Brooklyn Nets</a> (5-2) have won four straight, including a 102-97 victory over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.celticsblog.com/">Boston Celtics</a> on Thursday. The Celtics were without point guard <span>Rajon Rondo</span> for that contest.</p>
<p>Boston (5-4) is now tied for third place with the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.libertyballers.com/">Philadelphia 76ers</a>, who defeated the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.slcdunk.com/">Utah Jazz</a> on Friday night, 99-93. The <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.raptorshq.com/">Toronto Raptors</a> (2-6) are in last place in the division, but they won their last game against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.indycornrows.com/">Indiana Pacers</a>, 74-72, on Tuesday.</p>
<p>Around the Eastern Conference, the defending champion <a href="https://www.hothothoops.com/">Miami Heat</a> (7-3) appear to be as tough as they were last year. In addition, the <a href="https://www.brewhoop.com/">Milwaukee Bucks</a> (5-2) currently lead the Central Division. The Bucks remain relatively untested, as three of their five victories were over teams that currently have a losing record.</p>
https://newyork.sbnation.com/2012/11/17/3657918/2012-nba-scoresBrandon Kline