Knicks News: Quotes from training camp, terrible Trae Young trade idea
Media Day and the first day of training camp are officially in the rearview mirror for the New York Knicks. Soon enough, the Knicks will leave Charleston and return to the city for their first preseason game.
Fans got their first look at Donte DiVincenzo in orange and blue, and unsurprisingly, the Nova Knicks were the highlight on Monday.
Name this boy band ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/RjLVsJphcw
— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) October 2, 2023
When Josh Hart was asked on Tuesday about playing with DiVincenzo, Jalen Brunson, and Ryan Arcidiacono (who’s on a training camp deal), he said:
Josh Hart on having four Villanova college teammates on the Knicks together: "I still hate all of them."
— Fred Katz (@FredKatz) October 3, 2023
Is that why Hart tries to “recruit” Mikal Bridges to force his way to the Knicks every other day?
For another look into Hart’s mind, here’s what he has left to do after signing a four-year extension this summer:
Josh Hart said he has only two things left to do after signing his four-year extension this summer: "That’s the only two things left. I’m in New York, got paid. Now, it’s just wine cellar, country club."
— Fred Katz (@FredKatz) October 3, 2023
Okay, let’s talk about basketball. In his first full season in New York, Hart is willing to do whatever.
"I'm whatever we need, man"
— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) October 3, 2023
Josh Hart talks about his role with the Knicks this year: pic.twitter.com/o7saf1aUnM
Julius Randle was all smiles on the first day of camp, and he expanded upon his offseason interest in Bruce Lee.
Julius Randle got into Bruce Lee movies and quotes this offseason. He's asked why, pointing to handling the media:
— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) October 3, 2023
"You m-----f---ers...not reacting. Bruce got a lot of hidden gems, he was ahead of his time." pic.twitter.com/0YBKbYonP2
More importantly, Randle talked about what he wants to improve upon in his 10th season in the league.
Julius Randle talks about why he expects to be a more efficient offensive player this season: pic.twitter.com/Q3R5ZtvRJj
— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) October 3, 2023
Oh, and if you’re wondering about Evan Fournier’s “hostage” situation, no worries, he’s at camp.
Evan Fournier gets up shots with the Knicks at training camp pic.twitter.com/TStHfDGf7t
— Knicks Videos (@sny_knicks) October 3, 2023
Let’s switch gears to Bleacher Report’s latest batch of trades “that would feel just wrong.” Dillon Brooks to the Lakers, James Harden to the Heat, Karl-Anthony Towns to the Heat, and Trae Young to the… Knicks.
Thanks, but we’re going to pass! The self-proclaimed ‘King of Broadway’ can stay far away from New York.
More Knicks news
- Julius Randle was asked about his reaction to the Obi Toppin trade and gave a thoughtful response.
- Tom Thibodeau said he likes the NBA’s new Player Participation Policy (subscription required), but is anyone really surprised?
- Patrick Ewing is back with the Hornets as a coaching consultant after he spent six seasons as the head coach at Georgetown.
- Mark Jackson could be Clyde Frazier’s fill-in (subscription required) for some Knicks games this season on MSG Networks.
NBA news
- For a complete NBA Media Day rewind, click here.
- The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported on Tuesday that former Knick Reggie Bullock is expected to sign with the Rockets after being bought out by the Spurs.
- Lonzo Ball is hopeful he’ll be able to play basketball again after undergoing his third knee surgery that will keep him sidelined for 2023-24. The last game he played in was on Jan. 14, 2022.