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Julius Randle’s Wife Responds To Kenyon Martin

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Julius Randle and the New York Knicks are catching a lot of slander right now. Of course, this is due to their second-round exit at the hands of the Miami Heat. Overall, fans would have liked to have seen better from Randle, especially in Game 6. Stephen A. Smith was so mad at Julius Randle that he begged for the man to be traded. However, it seems like the biggest Randle criticism is coming from Kenyon Martin. This came during an episode of Gilbert Arenas’ YouTube show, where Martin was upset about Randle’s post-game celebration after the fifth match in the Heat series.

Essentially, Julius Randle helped the Knicks win and then immediately went and kissed his wife Kendra. For some reason, Kenyon Martin was appalled by this. He claimed that his partner was the last thing he thought about during games. Moreover, he would rather be celebrating with his guys as opposed to his wife. Overall, it was an unnecessary rant as Julius Randle’s marriage really has nothing to do with anything. That said, Kendra opted to respond to the story on social media.

Julius Randle Supported By Wide Kendra

“Slow news day I guess. Both of us grew up in single parent homes. We never saw our dads respect our mothers. I’m so grateful my kids get to grow up watching their dad be the best father and husband,” Randle explained. “By the way that game was after a win. He would never be in the mood to kiss or even talk after a loss lol. But talk about real issues. Not a husband and father loving his family.” Clearly, Kendra and Julius Randle will continue this ritual, whether he is playing in New York or abroad.

Kenyon Martin’s Comments

These days, retired NBA stars are saying almost anything. There seem to be a ton of complains about the current NBA, and some of them are just too ridiculous to take seriously. Martin’s anger over Julius Randle and his wife kissing is just another example of this. Let us know your thoughts on this matter, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sports world.

Stephen A. Smith Unleashes On The Knicks

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Stephen A. Smith has always been a massive fan of the New York Knicks. However, the team hasn’t always given him a lot to cheer for. In fact, the Knicks have not won an NBA title since 1973. Overall, this has made New York basketball fans extremely sad. Regardless, they still support the team because they know it is the right thing to do. Even if this causes severe psychosis, there are still going to out and cheer on the orange and blue, whenever they can. Luckily, this year has seen a welcomed change.

In the first round of the playoffs, the Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in five games. Subsequently, they drew the Miami Heat, who are an eighth seed. With that in mind, it was believed that the Knicks would come through with the series win. However, the Heat have proven to be a very difficult opponent. The Heat won Game 1, made Game 2 very interesting despite a loss, and then won Game 3. Now, the Knicks are down 2-1 in the series, and tonight, they could be down by two.

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Stephen A. Goes Off

As a result, Stephen A. is very worried about his Knicks. He knows they could be in trouble, and he wants the whole team to be better. Overall, he was particularly harsh on Julius Randle, who is extremely inconsistent. Moreover, he is more so worried about none other than Jimmy Butler. “Jimmy Buckets is about to run y’all out of there. … The man is coming to take you out. What are you going to do New York Knicks?” Smith asked. It is a very good question as Butler looks like a man on a mission these playoffs.

The Miami Heat are one of those teams that is always dangerous, regardless of what seed they are. In the bubble, they made it to the NBA Finals. Meanwhile, they were very close to going to the Finals last season, as well. Needless to say, where there is a will, there is a way for the Heat. Let us know if you think they will knock off the Knicks, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from the sports world.

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Stephen A. Smith Changes Tune On New York Knicks Playoff Run

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Stephen A. Smith and the rest of Knicks nation were flying high last week. The team won its first playoff series since 2013 over the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, the Knicks second-round matchup with the Heat didn’t start well. On Sunday, the Knicks proved to be no match for the Miami Heat. Miami lit up Madison Square Garden from deep. As well as, Jimmy Butler having a typical Butler playoff performance. According to Smith, the Knicks could be in massive trouble.

The legendary media personality didn’t hold back on his Knicks Monday. Smith was appalled by the defensive effort of his Knicks. However, Smith did give credit to the shooting of the Heat. It would have been hard for any team to beat a team that was shooting that well. However, the Knicks are in desperate need of Julius Randle to return. Randle was injured in the first half of the series-clinching game over Cleveland. Now the team is just trying to hold it together until his return.

Stephen A. Smith Losing Faith In Knicks

The Heat were able to feast from every area of the floor on Sunday. The missing Randle could have impacted the game by being another low post presence for the Knicks. However, it felt like the Knicks had no answer for the spectacular shooting performance of the Heat. Randle’s availability for Game 2 has yet to be determined. But if the former Kentucky Wildcats star can’t go, the Knicks will need to dig deep. Losing both games in the Garden will be hard for the Knicks to come back from.

Smith and the diehard New York fanbase know the challenge ahead. The team still has players that can lead them to victory without Randle. First-year guard Jalen Brunson has been a welcomed sight to a team desperate for good point guard play. One has to believe that Brunson is capable of carrying the load while the team waits on Randle to return. Is Stephen A. Smith’s Knicks in serious jeopardy of being sent home? Can New York overcome Randle’s absence? Let us know your opinions on the Knicks in our comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here with HNHH.

Stephen A. Smith’s Knicks Vs. Heat Prediction

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Stephen A. Smith celebrated like every other fan in the Big Apple on Wednesday night. After eliminating the Cleveland Cavaliers, the New York Knicks won their first playoff series since 2013. The Knicks didn’t have to wait long to find out who their second-round opponent would be. The Miami Heat pulled off a massive upset over the Milwaukee Bucks. Now the second round will include a rivalry renewed with the Heat and Knicks. However, Smith doesn’t seem too worried about his Knicks.

On Thursday’s edition of First Take, Smith was asked how much the Knicks should fear the recent performances of Jimmy Butler. At the same time, Smith didn’t diminish the amazing first-round performance from Butler. However, he also doesn’t believe the Knicks will be afraid of Butler either. In a passionate response, Smith gave every Knicks fan the emotions on Thursday. Smith believes the moment could be too big for the Heat when they arrive at Madison Square Garden. Check out the clip of Smith’s firey response below.

Stephen A. Smith Has High Hopes For Knicks

The Knicks never really felt the challenge with the Cavaliers in round one. The series surprisingly ended after five. Now, the Knicks will welcome a team with nothing to lose to New York. However, the Knicks could be down a huge star at the start of the series. Knicks star forward Julius Randle was injured in the team’s Game 5 victory in Cleveland. Randle reappeared on the sideline for the Knicks in the second half. However, he returned in street clothes.

At the same time, the Heat are also dealing with injuries. Miami sharpshooter Tyler Herro broke his hand earlier in their first-round series with Milwaukee. Herro would be unavailable for the team unless they were to make the finals. The second-round matchup between the Heat and Knicks is destined to be great basketball. Do you agree with Stephen A. Smith that the Knicks will handle business? Or will the Heat continue their miracle run through the Eastern Conference? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here with HNHH.

Fat Joe Delivers Hopeful Knicks Prediction

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Fat Joe is one of the most prominent fans of the New York Knicks. Although Spike Lee is probably a cut above him, there is no doubt where Joe’s allegiances lie. Overall, he has stuck with the team throughout the worst and best of times. However, throughout the years, there haven’t been too many reasons to cheer for this team. Now, the Knicks are actually looking very good. They dispatched the Cleveland Cavaliers in just five games in the first-round. Moreover, they caught a break as the Milwaukee Bucks fell to the Miami Heat in the first round.

Subsequently, the Knicks are going to face off against the Heat. Yesterday morning, when Fat Joe appeared on First Take, it was unknown if the Heat would move on. That said, it didn’t stop the artist from giving his predictions about the Knicks’ next series. As you will see below, the legendary rapper is very excited about facing Miami. In fact, he believes the Eastern Conference Finals are a lock for his team right now.

Fat Joe Is An Optimist

“We killing Miami if they come. Oh no we are,” Fat Joe explained. “I see them clicking on all four and what’s so crazy the fact that Randle get hurt, it let Obi and all the guys off the bench — Quickley — and they built this confidence. And it all started when we brought in [Josh] Hart. Brunson doesn’t get the credit he deserves. He didn’t make the All-Star Game. Brunson is MVP. The Knicks haven’t won in 20 years. All of a sudden we winning it’s because of his poise, his winning mentality.”

Stephen A. Smith was very intrigued by this possibility. Additionally, Fat Joe and Stephen A. think the NBA Finals aren’t that much of a stretch. The Knicks have been solid against the Celtics this season, which could potentially lead to an upset. However, the rapper still thinks teams like the Denver Nuggets have the best shot at actually winning the title. Let us know who you have winning it all, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the sports world.

Stephen A. Smith Fired Up After Knicks Win: Watch

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Stephen A. Smith has been a fan of the New York Knicks since childhood. Unfortunately, aside from two championships in the 70s, he has not seen them be successful. Although they have made it to a few NBA Finals, they haven’t been able to get over the hump. Moreover, the last 20 years have been filled with some truly abysmal seasons. At this point, being a Knicks fan is incredibly difficult, even when they make the playoffs. However, this year has actually been very encouraging for the Knicks.

Yesterday, the team completed their Games 3 and 4 sweep at Madison Square Garden in round one against the Cavaliers. Consequently, they are now leading the series 3-1, and can close it out in Cleveland this week. Overall, this is a bit of a shocking development, as most felt like the Cavs were a lock to win the series. As one can imagine, Stephen A. is over the moon about all of this. How can he not be? His team is experiencing quite a bit of success, and they may be the shock team of the East.

Stephen A. Is A Happy Man

Subsequently, Stephen A. is in a pretty good mood right now. Of course, he has to help host First Take this morning, and he is gloating about the Knicks. In the video up above, Smith gives the First Take crew a good chuckle with his “Go New York, Go New York, Go!” chant. This has been a rallying cry for the Knicks for decades, and it is certainly getting a lot of usage in these playoffs. Although they probably won’t even make the Finals, there is so much hype around the team right now.

There have been times when Smith wanted to renounce his Knicks fandom completely. Now, however, he has no reason not to love them. They are playing at a high level, and they are showing very few signs of slowing down. Whether or not the Knicks can close out their first-round series, remains to be seen. Let us know what you think of this resurgence, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the sports world.

Stephen A. Smith Takes Shot At Cleveland Cavaliers

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Stephen A. Smith doesn’t try to hide his New York Knicks fandom. The media personality has been on another level with the Knicks making the NBA Playoffs. Now Smith is taking it to a higher level than he already sits at. On Wednesday’s edition of First Take, Smith didn’t hold back his thoughts on the Knicks-Cavs series. The legendary personality even went as far as to say the Cavs will not win Game 3 in the Garden. There’s nothing like a good old-fashioned fan guarantee.

Smith firmly believes in his stance that the Knicks take Game 3. The Knicks fan wasn’t having anyone tell him any different. When the Knicks make the playoffs, it is good for the entire league. The Knicks may have the most passionate fanbase in all of the NBA. Smith is just one of the biggest reasons many believe that. However, Smith doesn’t think his Knicks will win every game. The New York superfan felt the team wouldn’t win Game 2 in Cleveland, which they didn’t. Check out Smith’s fiery promise of a Knicks Game 3 win below.

Stephen A. Smith Says Cavs Have No Shot

The Cavs-Knicks series has already been one of the more exciting in the playoffs. The Knicks took Game 1 behind a dominating second-half performance from Jalen Brunson. However, it was all Cleveland in Game 2. The Cavs cruised to a 107-90 victory. Now the series heads to the Big Apple. Games 3 and 4 will be at the mecca of basketball, Madison Square Garden. A place where Smith believes the Cavs playoff hopes will come to die. Smith eluded to the series possibly ending in 6. Which would mean a return to MSG.

The Cavaliers probably didn’t need any bulletin board material. However, Smith’s latest comments may have given them just that. Yes, Smith seemed to be half joking during his comments on the series. However, it is hard to hide your fandom when your team is in an important series. Do you agree with Stephen A. Smith on the Cavs Game 3 fate? Or will Cleveland spoil the party in New York? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here at HNHH.

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New York Knicks Star Accused Of In-Game Antics

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The New York Knicks earned a hard-fought game-one victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday. The matchup between the teams may have been the most exciting game of the first playoff weekend. The Knicks were led by an unstoppable performance from guard Jalen Brunson. Brunson finished the game with 27 points. Also, Brunson was nearly unstoppable in the second half. Now the Cavaliers are back to the drawing board. The team is hoping to split victories with the Knicks in Cleveland.

The Cavaliers know what they have to do to tie the series. However, Issac Okoro would like for officials to watch Brunson closely. Okoro believes Brunson uses in-game antics to get more favorable calls than other players. When speaking with the media on Monday, here’s what Okoro had to say, “Nodding your head back, falling on the ground when not a lot of physicality is used on you.” It’s interesting to hear Okoro’s comments on the Knicks star.

New York Knicks Looking For 2-0 Lead

It has yet to be determined if the officials will take a closer look at how Brunson plays. However, normally a comment like this will catch the official’s attention. Although we probably won’t know for sure until Game 2 on Tuesday. The Cavaliers will be looking up from a big hole if they lose on Tuesday. Giving the Knicks a 2-0 lead heading back to Madison Square Garden would be less than ideal. Both fanbases have been starving for playoff success. This series victory will make or break one fanbase.

Seemingly every player in the NBA tries to get away with as much as possible. Flopping has become such an issue that the league now fines players for doing it. However, it will be interesting to see how the league handles this accusation toward Brunson. One thing is for certain. Okoro’s comments may add more fuel to the Cavaliers-Knicks fire. Do you believe Okoro’s comments are true about Brunson’s style of play? Will we finally see the New York Knicks make the second round of the playoffs? Let us know your thoughts on the series in our comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here with HNHH.

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Stephen A. Smith’s Hilarious Response To Knicks Tweet

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Stephen A. Smith has never tried to hide his NBA fandom. The sports media legend has always lived and died with the New York Knicks. Fans have seen Smith’s tirades on the franchise when they underperform. Or when they miss out on a prized free agent. Something that the Knicks have done a lot of in recent years. However, the team seems to have hit the jackpot with Jalen Brunson. Brunson has been one of the most important free-agent signings of the past season.

No matter how they perform, Smith will always be a Knicks fan. Which is why his response to a tweet from the team’s official account was the perfect response. The Knicks sent out a tweet Thursday asking fans to show themselves in their best Knicks gear. However, Smith had a better idea. In his response to the team, Smith delivered an all-time video clip. Have you ever wondered what it would look like to see Smith suited up for the Knicks? Have no fear, your dreams may now come true.

Stephen A. Smith Shows Excellent Handles In Video Clip

Everything about the video is phenomenal. From the iconic hairline all the way down to the high sock sneaker combination. Smith’s video appeared to show him in his “NBA 2K” form. Showing everything from his Kyrie-like handles to even his dead-eye shooting that mirrored Curry. The video was enough for Knicks fans to wonder if Smith can really hoop like that. While I’m sure, he might not have the identical skill set. But something tells me Stephen A. Smith could put up points in a hurry in his day.

The video was an excellent reminder of not taking yourself so seriously. Smith is not for his brash personality and strong opinions. However, there are moments when Smith can show a lighter side. Smith should be excited, as his Knicks will be back in the NBA Playoffs this season. Do you believe Smith’s Knicks can make a deep run in the Eastern Conference? Or will the media personality have his heart broken once again by his favorite team? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section. For the latest on everything NBA, stay locked in with us here at HNHH.