Max Hoover

Max Hoover

Joined: Dec 15, 2020

I'm a new Missourian via New York and the great state of Arkansas. I've been a Razorback fan my entire life. I lived in Pomfret Freshman year, so that I could share a parking lot with Bud Walton. All my computer passwords are former Hogs.

Feb 10, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) drives to the basket against New York Knicks center Jericho Sims (45) at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Knicks can’t whiff on Joel Embiid trade like with Donovan Mitchell

Oct 12, 2022; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New York Knicks forward Obi Toppin (1) shoots the ball in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

A nuanced analysis of the Obi Toppin Knicks-Pacers trade

Apr 26, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) defends New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) in the third quarter during game five of the 2023 NBA playoffs at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

A three-team trade involving Knicks that was quickly doused with cold water

New York Knicks, Paul George. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports

The most compelling argument against a Knicks trade for Paul George

Apr 14, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (8) shoots the basketball over basket Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) during the third quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

What does the improbable Heat Finals run mean for Knicks trade prospects?

Feb 13, 2023; New York, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Mikal Bridges (1) drives to the basket against New York Knicks guard RJ Barrett (9) during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

This RJ Barrett for Mikal Bridges trade framework would benefit Knicks, Nets

New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau and Knicks forward Julius Randle Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

What lessons can Knicks’ Tom Thibodeau learn from the Nuggets offense?

May 2, 2023; New York, New York, USA; General view as pyrotechnics are exploded over Madison Square Garden before game two of the 2023 NBA Eastern Conference semifinal playoffs between the New York Knicks and the Miami Heat. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

3 Potential offseason targets to help Knicks improve on the fringe

Feb 10, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) with New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) after win against the Knicks at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

What could a Knicks’ Jalen Brunson-Joel Embiid duo accomplish?

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 13: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks dribbles during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on March 13, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Nets won 110-107. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

Bleacher Report lazily labels Julius Randle as most “overrated”

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - APRIL 28: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Utah Jazz warms up before Game 6 of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs against the Dallas Mavericks at Vivint Smart Home Arena on April 28, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

Reacting to Ian Begley’s proposed Donovan Mitchell-to-Knicks trades

Nov 30, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) drives around New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (30) during the second quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Here’s what a prospective Knicks trade for superstar Kevin Durant could look like

DALLAS, TX - MAY 22: Jalen Brunson #13 of the Dallas Mavericks shoots the ball against the Golden State Warriors during Game Three of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at American Airlines Center on May 22, 2022 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)

Jalen Brunson fits the current Knicks roster better than most think

NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 15: Leon Rose and Chris Paul are seen during NBA All-Star Weekend 2014 at on February 15, 2014 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Bobby Metelus/Getty Images)

Missing out on Jalen Brunson would be Leon Rose’s first Knicks failure

ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 3: Head Coach Tom Thibodeau of the New York Knicks addresses the media before the game against the Orlando Magic at the Amway Center on April 3, 2022 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)

Proposing the New York Knicks’ 2022 dream offseason

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 23: Head coach Alvin Gentry of the Sacramento Kings looks on in the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 23, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

Should Tom Thibodeau add Alvin Gentry to Knicks staff?