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Will we get to see Tyler Kolek take the floor for the Knicks at some point? AND NOW THE ACTUAL NBA PLAYOFFS START! The Play-In Tournament was fun (unless you were the Chicago Bulls, I guess), but it’s time for normal seven game series NBA Playoff Basketball now.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 5

Knicks G League Coach Praises Rookie Class

The future of New York Knicks got its start off-Broadway. While no doubt propelled by the efforts of their veteran headliners, the Knicks have have, perhaps

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / April 3

Knicks should consider signing electric score-first PG in the offseason

The New York Knicks could pull off an underrated signing in free agency next summer to bolster their bench. The Knicks are in danger of losing backup point guards Cam Payne, as well as Delon Wright after the season ends.

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New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 29

Tyler Kolek continues to prove himself in first real NBA test with Knicks

Tyler Kolek was a great addition for the New York Knicks in the 2024 NBA draft. Selected with the No. 34 pick, the hope was that Kolek would grow into a role player relatively quickly.

New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / March 27

New York Knicks analyst gives verdict on Tyler Kolek 0 point performance in loss to Clippers

The New York Knicks fell short in a home loss to the LA Clippers, defeated 113-126. Playing without star player Jalen Brunson is beginning to take a toll on the New York Knicks.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / March 26

Knicks rookie sets record after torrid two-game stretch

New York Knicks rookie Tyler Kolek has done something no other NBA player has done over his last two games. According to Knicks Muse, Kolek became the first player in NBA history to notch at least eight assists without turning the ball over in under 20 minutes of action in consecutive games (h/t New York Knicks on SI’s Geoff Magliocchetti).

New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / March 26

Tom Thibodeau on what he loved about Tyler Kolek’s performance in Knicks win, ‘that’s important’

New York Knicks rookie impressed head coach Tom Thibodeau despite scoring just 2 points. Since losing Jalen Brunson due to an ankle sprain, the New York Knicks have seemingly lost their footing in the 2024-25 NBA season.

New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Tyler Kolek Deserved Playing Time Much Earlier

Tyler Kolek, the New York Knicks rookie point guard, provided quality minutes last night in his first minutes in three months. Coach Tom Thibodeau kept a short rotation after All-Star Jalen Brunson went down with his ankle injury, partly leading to his squad being blown out on both sides of their back-to-back due to tiredness.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / March 23

Knicks HC lauds rookie PG for incredible performance vs. Wizards

New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau lauded one of his rookies for showing out on Saturday night. According to Posting and Toasting’s Antonio Losada, coach Thibodeau said this about Tyler Kolek after his statement game against the Washington Wizards: “Tyler gave us great minutes.

New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / March 23

What Tyler Kolek did in New York Knicks win was ‘smart’, he played vital role, claims expert

Rookie Tyler Kolek hadn’t gotten a chance to prove his worth to the New York Knicks until Saturday night against the Washington Wizards. As long as the New York Knicks employ Tom Thibodeau as their head coach, being a bench player on the roster is as close to a part-time job as you can get as an NBA player.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / March 23

Knicks Rookie Takes Advantage of Extended Minutes

Against the Washington Wizards, the New York Knicks finally acquiesced to fan requests and let the rookie win. Metropolitan freshman Tyler Kolek received one of his busiest assignments of the season on Saturday as the spell option behind Cameron Payne while Jalen Brunson and Miles McBride each nursed injuries.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / March 21

Knicks could trade pair of coveted rookies in offseason

The New York Knicks were recently urged to utilize a pair of their rookie stars in trade packages after the season. According to Bleacher Report’s Dan Favale, Knicks rookies Tyler Kolek and Pacome Dadiet could be two of their most valuable trade chips (h/t New York Knicks on SI’s Jeremy Brener): “Dadiet and/or Kolek is the answer from here.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / March 21

Knicks Could Trade Rookies After First Season

If the New York Knicks are unable to show some serious progress with their team during this playoff run, the team might be busy on the trade market once again.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / March 8

Knicks Call Up Rookie Guard From G League

The New York Knicks are bringing one of their rookies up from Westchester to the main roster. According to a team release, the Knicks have recalled second-rounder Tyler Kolek from Westchester, placing him on the active roster.

New York Knicks News / Fastbreak on SI / March 5

New York Knicks Make Roster Move Before Lakers Game

On Tuesday evening, the New York Knicks lost to the Golden State Warriors (at home) by a score of 114-102. The team will now head on a road trip that begins with the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night in California.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / December 23

Knicks Rookie Tyler Kolek Wins G League Winter Showcase Finals MVP

On Sunday, the Westchester Knicks continued their dominant run in the G League this year, winning the G League Winter Showcase Finals. In the final match of the tournament, they were matched up against the 12-4 Sioux Falls Skyforce, and after a long battle, the Knicks emerged victorious, 125-119.

New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / December 23

Knicks Prized Rookie Takes Home MVP Award

The New York Knicks knew that they lucked out when they were able to get former Marquette standout Tyler Kolek in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / October 23

Tyler Kolek could play a major role in Knicks' success this season

After their best season in seemingly forever, the New York Knicks could’ve run things back this year. Instead, they decided to up the ante with two major trades, garnering Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns in the process.

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New York Knicks News / NBA Draft on SI / October 13

Tyler Kolek Is NBA Ready

Coming out of Marquette of the Big East Conference, point guard Tyler Kolek led the NCAA with 7.7 assists per game as a senior and finished as one of the top point guards in the nation.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / September 17

Three questions facing New York Knicks ahead of 2024-25 season

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New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / July 21

Tyler Kolek has earned his spot in the Knicks rotation

Since joining New York, Kolek has been making a solid impression. His impressive displays in the Las Vegas Summer League have seen his stock rise further.

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New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / July 20

Watch: Knicks' Tyler Kolek makes jaw-dropping pass in Summer League

Does the NBA have another Jason Williams on their hands? While it may be entirely too soon for that comparison, the Knicks seem to have found a baller in second-round pick Tyler Kolek.

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New York Knicks News / NBA Draft on SI / July 17

Tyler Kolek's Game-Winning Performance Further Proves he can Contribute to Knicks as Rookie

The No. 34 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Tyler Kolek is one of the few rookies who could make a real impact on winning in year one. Even with how loaded the New York Knicks roster is, the value that the former Marquette star provides as a backup point guard is very clear.

New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / July 14

New York Knicks Tyler Kolek Shines in Summer League Debut

In the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft, the New York Knicks made a move up the board. They had their sights set on Marquette guard Tyler Kolek, who surprisingly fell out of the first round.

New York Knicks News / Fastbreak on SI / July 5

New York Knicks Officially Sign Ex-College Star

Tyler Kolek is coming off an excellent season with Marquette. The talented guard finished the year with averages of 15.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, 7.7 assists and 1.6 steals per contest while shooting 49.6% from the field and 38.8% from the three-point range in 31 games.