Knicks Hit With Stiff Tampering Punishment

This offseason, the New York Knicks splurged in free agency and got themselves Jalen Brunson. At the time, it was believed that the signing was simply too rich for a player of Brunson’s skill. However, Brunson has proven his critics wrong as he has been amazing so far this season.

Consequently, Brunson has been able to help carry the Knicks to an 18-13 record. The team is starting to make big moves in the Eastern Conference and there is a sense that they could even win a playoff series. Additionally, they are on an eight-game winning streak.

Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks shoots the ball against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on December 18, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Knicks Caught Tampering

Unfortunately, like many free agent signing throughout the NBA, the Knicks and Brunson were a case of tampering. With so many deals taking place just mere seconds after the deadline, it seems likely that teams are in the business of tampering. Today, however, the Knicks were officially punished for the offense.

In the NBA Communications press release below, you can see that the league has officially taken away the Knicks’ second-round pick in 2025. Second-round picks seem to be the common punishment for tampering at this point. Overall, it is hard to be surprised by this decision.

Considering the Knicks have gotten themselves a future franchise staple in Brunson, there is a good chance they don’t care about the punishment. Second-round picks rarely pan out, and most teams tend to trade these away. Regardless, other teams have been put on notice that the NBA will not turn a blind eye to tampering.

It will be interesting to see if any other teams get hit with similar punishments this season. That said, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sports world. Additionally, give us your thoughts on this punishment, in the comments down below.

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SOURCE SPORTS: PUMA Hoops Announces Limited Edition Fusion Nitro for RJ Barrett

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The latest PUMA Hoops player edition basketball sneaker, Fusion Nitro RJ, is now available thanks to a partnership with New York Knicks forward RJ Barrett.

With a tongue that prominently features a maple leaf emblem with a number 9, the limited edition sneaker pays homage to Barrett’s background and career. The emblem connects Barrett’s Canadian heritage to his present on-court success in New York. Barrett’s nickname, “Maple Mamba,” is on the inside of the tongue. In an homage to his alma institution, Duke University, one shoe of the sneaker’s distinctive hue is red and white, like the Canadian flag, and the other is blue and white. The sock lining features Barrett’s catchphrase, “Made Different,” as a subtle reminder of his approach to every game and every day.

PUMA’s core technological innovations are combined into one outstanding sneaker with the Fusion Nitro. Nitro Foam blends supple, lightweight material with superior cushioning and unequaled rebound for their greatest bounce yet. The adaptable compression band in the flexible, designed upper locks feet firmly into the Fusion Nitro. The high abrasion, sticky rubber compound from PUMA, is used in the rubber outsole to provide complete traction when your feet touch the ground.

The Fusion Nitro RJ retails for $130 and is only offered at the PUMA NYC Flagship shop.

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SOURCE SPORTS: NBA Launching Tampering Investigation into New York Knicks Signing Jalen Brunson

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The New York Knicks got their new guard in Jalen Brunson on a four-year, $104 million deal, but what else will it cost them?

According to ESPN the Knicks are being investigated for tampering in their prized offseason signing.

Brunson had numerous releationships to the organization before joining, including his father Rick Brunson who was hired to be a Knicks assistant. Before the trade, the Knicks made numerous trades to open cap space for Brunson.

The anti-tampering penalties raised since they were first introduced, leading to a maximum fine of $10 million.

The Philadelphia 76ers are also currently being investigated for tampering via their deal with James Harden making way to sign for PJ Tucker.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Knicks Add Former Rival Tim Hardaway As a Talent Scout

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It appears the New York Knicks have locked in an old rival from the 90s to help mold the franchise’s future.

On Thursday, Marc Berman of the New York Post reported that the Knicks had hired Tim Hardaway Sr. as their newest scout. The franchise didn’t publicly announce their acquisition of the former star point man this season. 

Hardaway served as an assistant coach to former Detroit Pistons’ head coach Stan Van Gundy from 2014-to 2018.

Hardaway was the heart and soul of the 90’s Miami Heat, who had lengthy playoff battles with the Knicks throughout the decade. Before that, he was a member of the RunTMC Golden State Warriors and Mitch Richmond and Chris Mullin. In their time, the trio was an offensive nightmare for their opponents.

After almost 20 years of waiting from retirement, his name is set to be immortalized in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2022 on September 10th. If Hardaway can bring anything to a dormant Knicks franchise, scouting-wise, it would be a needed welcome to the organization.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Knicks Guard Kemba Walker to Sit Rest of the Season

Knicks Guard Kemba Walker to Sit Rest of the Season

New York Knicks guard Kemba Walker will sit for the rest of the season. ESPN‘s Adrian Wojnarowski reports the Knicks point guard will sit out the rest of the season and prepare for next season.

“We fully support Kemba’s decision to shut it down for the remainder of the season and use this time to prepare for next season,” Knicks president of basketball operations Leon Rose said in a statement. “His long-term success on the court remains our priority.”

Walker is under contract for next season with the Knicks. In this season, Walker averages 11.6 points, 3 rebounds, and 3.5 assists. Earlier in the season, Walker was benched but returned due to injuries.

The Knicks are looking forward to Derrick Rose returning, joining Immanuel Quickley, Evan Fournier, and Alec Burks in the backcourt.

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The LOX Teams Up With Kith To Bless Madison Square Garden With A Searing Freestyle

The LOX had one of the more memorable moments of 2021 thanks to their Verzuz against Dipset. Led by Jadakiss, the group put on an absolute show in front of thousands at Madison Square Garden this past summer. It turned out to be one of the best Verzuz matchups in the series’ history, and it was the start of many big moments for them. Others inclkude an appearance on Ye’s Donda album and receiving the key to their hometown of Yonkers. For their latest act, they returned to Madison Square Garden for a fiery freestyle.

The LOX’s Jadakiss, Sheek Louch, and Styles stood tall in the New York Knicks’ home arena to show off their bars. The performance came after a partnership with high-end clothing brand Kith and its founder and designer Ronnie Fieg, which resulted in the trio delivering their raps while wearing clothes from the unreleased collection “Kith x Nike x New York Knicks.”

For the freestyle, Jadakiss led the way with lines like “Coming from where we from, the triple threat is all we know / Shoot the jumper, you pass it, or you take it to the hole.” Sheek Louch soon joined him to supply some additional energy to the freestyle. “New York, New York, what’s bigger than this / The home of Jay-Z and Nas, matter of fact, the home of Biggie and Kiss / Donnie and P L-O-X way before Cube we were the big three,” he rapped. Finally, Styles P stepped into the spotlight to close things out, rapping, “Dark on the streets, Clarks on the feets/ even when I’m solo, I’m deep / I ain’t coming to sleep, but you could go to sleep, yeah I’m headed to the Mecca roll a leaf.”

This comes almost a year after Kith partnered with Dipset for a similarly-styled freestyled.

Bobby Shmurda Reunites W/ His New York Knicks Hat

Bobby Shmurda Reunites W: His New York Knicks Hat

New York rapper Bobby Shmurda might have the best framed artwork in the world. The hip-hop star has lit up social media with some fresh shots of himself holding onto a painting inspired by himself, his now-signature Shmoney Dance and iconic New York Knicks hat. Bobby Shmurda Reunites W/ NY Knicks Hat The rap heavyweight […]

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