Gavin Schall is joined by Rights To Ricky Sanchez writer Dan Olinger to talk about what Cam Payne brings to the Knicks, how the two teams match up after their offseason barrages, how Paul George and Mikal Bridges could reshape each team and whether either could steal the one seed from the Celtics.

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Gavin Schall and Alex Wolfe team up to rank every asset the Knicks have from players to picks. Is Julius Randle worth as much in a trade as the team's distant future first round picks? Is Deuce McBride sneakily even more valuable than Donte DiVincenzo on his absolute bargain of a contract?

The boys have those answers and much more on this edition of Locked On Knicks.

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Size matters? Despite being battered and bruised the Knicks showed the size of their hearts, grinding their way to three straight wins to start their West Coast swing.

Unfortunately while their heart didn't give out their height did against the defending World Champs.

Gavin Schall recaps why size was the difference against Denver, continued brilliance from Jalen Brunson and Isaiah Hartenstein, Alec Burks heating up and the race for the three seed going forward.

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Two massive trades, lots of injuries and some of the best basketball we've seen in 20 years defined the first half of the Knicks season.

What will this team actually look like when all the dust settles?

Gavin Schall is joined by Knicks Film School's DJ Zullo (@DJAceNBA on Twitter) to speculate on the rotation and discuss how Tom Thibodeau's deployment of Josh Hart and Donte DiVincenzo will make or break the Knicks season.

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The New York Knicks struggle without Karl-Anthony Towns as the Atlanta Hawks expose key weaknesses in a rough offensive performance. Are the Knicks equipped for playoff battles against elite defensive teams, or does the trade deadline hold the answer for a deeper run?

Gavin Schall and XJ break down the Knicks’ offensive collapse, spotlighting Jalen Brunson’s isolation, the surprising impact of Josh Hart’s absence, and the defensive challenges posed by Atlanta’s switchable wings led by Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Dyson Daniels. The hosts debate Mitchell Robinson’s absence, OG Anunoby’s shooting slump, and Mikal Bridges’ inconsistent aggression. The discussion highlights New York’s urgent need for more point-of-attack defense and the potential impact of trade targets like Keon Ellis. Will the Knicks’ spacing and perimeter defense improve in time for a deep postseason run? Don’t miss this hard-hitting analysis of what’s missing from the Knicks’ championship ambitions.

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Gavin Schall and Kris Pursiainen debate the cause of the Knicks defensive woes and if the solution needs to be found outside the current roster.

The duo dives deep on why New York's defense has crashed since the NBA Cup, the struggles of Mikal Bridges as a screen navigator, if Josh Hart in the starting lineup has helped or hurt, is Jalen Brunson to blame and whether Deuce McBride can single-handedly turn the tide or if the Knicks need to make a bold move for a game-changing defender.

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The New York Knicks collapse late against San Antonio Spurs, raising questions about their playoff readiness as Victor Wembanyama’s defense and De'Aaron Fox’s relentless attack expose potentially fatal flaws. Can the Knicks find solutions before the postseason, or will perimeter defense remain their Achilles’ heel?

Gavin Schall highlights the Knicks’ blistering offensive start, standout performances from Deuce McBride, Jordan Clarkson, and Kevin McCullar Jr., and the costly impact of Mitchell Robinson’s absence on the boards. The analysis zeroes in on Mikal Bridges’ struggles, OG Anunoby’s lack of explosiveness, and Mike Brown’s defensive assignments, while spotlighting Wembanyama’s game-changing rim protection and Julian Champagnie’s record-setting night.

Key topics include Knicks’ trade needs for a stronger point-of-attack defender, rotations, and whether recent clutch wins mask deeper issues. Is a roster shakeup the answer to surviving the Eastern Conference’s elite guards?

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The New York Knicks’ youth movement could be the element that pushes this team over the top. Mo Diawara, Kevin McCullar Jr., and Tyler Kolek are game changers for the New York Knicks, potentially shifting the fate of the Knicks’ championship run. Gavin Schall rolls solo to break it all down.

With veteran stars leading the way, this infusion of young talent offers game-changing insulation against injuries and adds critical flexibility as the Knicks navigate cap constraints and roster decisions.

Key insights include the significance of strong rookie performances in recent wins over the Atlanta Hawks and New Orleans Pelicans, how Mike Brown’s developmental philosophy fuels confidence, and the potential for Diawara’s two-way play to allow him to carve out a long-term role. We also touch on Leon Rose and Walt Perrin’s stellar draft record and the strategic importance of building cheap depth. Can the young Knicks catalyze a postseason run and allow stars like Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns to stay fresh for the big moments?

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