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EP 46: “Will the Real Champions Please Stand up? And You Bet Your Life!”5/20/2018- This is Episode 14, of Season 2, of our podcast known as "Knicksfandom!" - In today’s episode, during the "NBA Talk" segment, L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau review the following: - LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers impressive victory in Game 3 against the Boston Celtics by a score of 116-86! The Boston Celtics now leads the series 2-1. The guys also debate about what were some of the keys to this game and the series. - Moreover, the fellas discuss the Houston Rockets blow-out victory by a score of 127 to 105 in Game 2 against the Golden State Warriors! The series is presently tied up 1-1. - In addition, they discuss some of the strengths and weaknesses, regarding both teams as the series begins to intensify!

EP 45: "And Then There Was Four! & Mighty Casey has Struck Out!” 5/13/2018- This is Episode 13, of Season 2, of our podcast known as "Knicksfandom!" - In today’s episode, during the "NBA Talk" segment, L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau review the following: - The surprising firing of former Toronto Raptors Head Coach Dwane Casey! They discuss if Casey deserved to be fired and what does it possibly mean for the overall future of the Toronto Raptors franchise! - The fellas also discuss the firing of Stan Van Gundy as President of Operations/ Head Coach and how it was drastically different circumstances surrounding Van Gundy’s firing, versus Dwane Casey’s firing! - The guys also review the hiring of H

EP 44: "Is LeBron Finally Making a Real Run at the G.O.A.T? And the Knicks Welcome Home “Uncle Fiz!” 5/6/2018- This is Episode 12, of Season 2, of our podcast known as "Knicksfandom!" - In today’s episode, during the "NBA Talk" segment, L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau review the following: - LeBron James thus far, epic playoff run! The Cleveland Cavaliers have the number one seed Eastern Conference Toronto Raptors on the ropes, with a 3-0 playoff series lead! Also in game three, LeBron hit a game winning shot off the backboard, with only 4 seconds on the clock to seal the victory! So, where does that leave the Toronto Raptors? In addition, the guys debate how will this playoff run of 2018, affect LeBron’s overall legacy? - Moreover, the crew discuss the Philadelphia 76ers losing an OT heartbreaker, to the Boston Celtics and what chances do the 76ers realistically have, as they now trail 3-0 in this major playoff match up! - In addition, the fellas review the current NBA World Champions Golden State Warriors

EP 43: "Hornacek is Gone! But the NBA Playoffs of 2018 has Begun!"4/15/2018- This is Episode 11, of Season 2, of our podcast known as "Knicksfandom!" - In today's episode during the "Knicks Weekly Round-Up" segment L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau discuss the recent firing of former Knicks Head Coach Jeff Hornacek, after two seasons with a combined Knicks coaching record of 60-104! They also give their final thoughts regarding if Coach Hornacek should have remained as the Knicks Head Coach or if he was rightfully relieved, of his coaching duties.- The fellas debate some of the potential Knicks head coaching candidates (i.e. Mark Jackson, David Fizdale, David Blatt, Jeff Van Gundy, Jerry Stackhouse, Mike Woodson, etc.) And they each give their personal top three candidates that should replace former Head Coach Jeff Hornacek! - Moreover, during the "Be

EP 42: "Treyriffic & Will Kawhi Leonard Become a Knick?" 4/1/2018- We're back after a mini hiatus and this is Episode 10, of Season 2, of our podcast known as "Knicksfandom!" - Moreover, in today's episode during the "Knicks Weekly Round-Up" segment L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau discuss their overall thoughts regarding the Knicks season as a whole, with only 5 games left in the regular season!- The recent stellar point guard play of Trey Burke and discuss if he should remain the starting point guard for the New York Knicks in the foreseeable future. - And debate some potential future roster moves, such as Kawhi Leonard possibly becoming a New York Knick!- Also, during the "Behind the Scenes" segment, the fellas explore: - The Westchester Knicks playing in the G-League Eastern Conference Finals!- Lastly, during the "NBA Talk" segment, the guys review the following: - Patrick McCaw horrific injury!- Kawhi Leonard traveling back to New York to continue rehabilitation for his lingering right quad injury!- J

EP 41: "KP is KO'd! & the NBA Trade Deadline 2018 Bonanza!" -Knicksfandom2/9/2018- We're back and this is Episode 9, of Season 2, of our podcast known as "Knicksfandom!" In today's episode L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau discuss the fallout from Kristaps Porzingis recent season ending torn ACL injury and how it will affect the Knicks organization, his overall future, and the fans in general! - Moreover, during the "Knicks Weekly Round-Up" segment, the guys discuss:- The recent trade involving Guillermo Gustavo "Willy" Hernangómez to the Charlotte Hornets for Johnny O/Bryant (released) and the Hornets own 2020 and 2021 second-round draft picks! - The three-team trade involving: - Emmanuel Mudiay to the Knicks from the Denver Nuggets! - Doug McDermott and the Knicks' own 2018 second-round draft pick (subject to Philadelphia's right to sw

EP 40: "A Star Is Born: KP Becomes an All-Star & Frank Ntilikina Becomes a Rising Star!" - Also, "Boogie Goes Down!"1/21/2018- This is Episode 8, of Season 2, of our podcast known as "Knicksfandom!" In today's episode L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau during the "Knicks Weekly Round-Up" segment, discuss:- The Knicks loss to the Los Angeles Lakers! (L 127-107) - The Knicks loss to the Golden State Warriors! (L 123-112)- The Knicks loss to the Denver Nuggets! (L 123-112) - The inspiring play of Trey Burke, in a recent win against the Phoenix Suns! (W 107-85) - They also discuss the Knicks upcoming game (1/30/2018) against the Brooklyn Nets! - Moreover, during the "Behind the Scenes" segment, the fellas explore:- Th

EP 39: “The New York Knicks, Are Jekyll & Hyde!"1/21/2018- This is Episode 7, of Season 2, of our podcast known as “Knicksfandom!” In today’s episode L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau during the "Knicks Weekly Round-Up” segment, discuss:- The Knicks loss to the Memphis Grizzles! (L 105 to 99) - The Knicks recent win against the Utah Jazz! (W 117 to 115)- They also make their predictions regarding the Knicks upcoming game against the Los Angeles Lakers! - Also, during the "Behind the Scenes" segment, the fellas explore:- The Westchester Knicks loss to the Maine Red Claws! (L 92-97)- New developments regarding the G-League!- Also, the fellas discuss whether or not the New York Knicks are "buyers" or "sellers" in regards to the upcoming NBA trade deadline!- Moreover, the guys debate whether or not the New York Knicks head coach Jeff Hornacek should be fired and if so, should they replace him with Doc Rivers or Jeff Van Gundy!- Lastly, they discuss if the Knicks should trade for Charlotte Hornets NBA star point

EP 38: “Road Woe Warriors!"11/19/2017- This is Episode 6, of Season 2, of our podcast known as “Knicksfandom!” In today’s episode L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau during the "Knicks Weekly Round-Up” segment, discuss:- The Knicks current abysmal road record of: 1-8!- The Knicks recent loss to the Chicago Bulls: (L 104-102).- They also make their predictions regarding the Knicks upcoming games: (i.e. Atlanta Hawks, Los Angeles Lakers, Brooklyn Nets, and the Oklahoma City Thunder!- Also, during the "Behind the Scenes" segment, the fellas explore:- Knicks GM Scott Perry says he won’t buy out Joakim Noah!- The Westchester Knicks win over the Texas Legends: (W 116-112). And the outstanding play of Trey Burke and Isaiah Hicks!- New developments regarding the G-League!- Also, the fellas debate whether or not New York Knicks head coach Jeff Hornacek should be fired and if so, which coach should replace him!- Lastly, the guys discuss if the Knicks made a mistake by drafting Frank Ntilikina and if so, who should they hav

EP 37: “Knicksfandom goes full Super Saiyan on LeBron & the best path the Knicks Should take!"11/19/2017- This is Episode 5, of Season 2, of our podcast known as “Knicksfandom!” In today’s episode L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau during the "Knicks Weekly Round-Up” segment, discuss:- The Knicks loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers: (L 104-101).- The Knicks win over the Utah Jazz: (W 106-101).- The Knicks loss to the Toronto Raptors: (L 107-84).- Their thoughts on the major upcoming game between the Knicks and the Los Angeles Clippers! - Also, during the "Behind the Scenes" segment, the fellas explore:- The major upcoming stretch from late December to January, in which there will be a major lack of Knicks home games! Also will the Knicks go at least .500 during that 20 games stretch?- The Westchester Knicks win over the Greensboro Swarm: (W 95-86).- Also the fellas go into great detail, regarding if the Knicks should waive or use the "stretch provision," on Joakim Noah! - Moreover, the guys go full "Super Sayian

EP 36: “Who Will Stay & Who Will Go?- LeBron is Back!"11/12/2017- This is Episode 4, of Season 2, of our podcast known as “Knicksfandom!” In today’s episode L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau during the "Knicks Weekly Round-Up” segment, discuss the Knicks recent win streak!- The Knicks win over the Indiana Pacers: (W 108-101).- The Knicks win over the Charlotte Hornets: (W 118-113).- The Knicks loss to the Orlando Magic: (L 112-99).- The Knicks win over the Sacramento Kings: (W 118-91).- Their thoughts on the major upcoming game between the Knicks and the Cleveland Cavaliers!(Cleveland Cavaliers, Utah Jazz & Toronto Raptors)- Also, during the "Behind the Scenes" segment, the fellas explore:- The Westchester Knicks win over the Delaware 76ers: (W 117-90).- And due to the upcoming return of Joakim Noah on 11/13/17, the guys further debate which Knicks player should face the chopping block!- Moreover, the guys give their "hot take" regarding LeBron's recent comments in which he negatively compared Dallas Ma

EP 35: “Kristaps Porzingis- Is he the new King of New York?"11/5/2017 - This is Episode 3, of Season 2, of our podcast known as “Knicksfandom!” In today’s episode L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau during the "Knicks Weekly Round-Up” segment, discuss the Knicks recent win streak!- The Knicks win over the Cleveland Cavaliers: (W 114-95).- The Knicks win over the Denver Nuggets: (W 116-110).- The Knicks loss to the Houston Rockets: (L 119-97).- The Knicks win over the Phoenix Suns: (W 120-107).- And just how good can Kristaps Porzingis be in the near future?- Their thoughts on the Knicks upcoming games: (Indianan Pacers, Charlotte Hornets, Orlando Magic & Sacramento Kings.- Also, during the "Behind the Scenes" segment, the fellas explore:- The Westchester Knicks win over the Windy City Bulls: (W 114-102).- The return of Joakim Noah on 11/13/17 and the roster implications!- Jānis Porziņģis' comments (brother of Kristaps Porzingis) in a recent article by Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News!- And much mor

EP 34: “The Movement Known as “NBA Fandom” is born! & “New York Knicks- Don’t Call it a Comeback!” - Knicksfandom10/29/2017 - This is Episode 2, of Season 2, of our podcast known as “Knicksfandom!” In today’s episode L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau have a special announcement; the movement known as “NBA Fandom” is born!- Moreover, during the "Knicks Weekly Round-Up” segment, the guys discuss:- The Knicks recent loss to the Boston Celtics: (L 110-89) - The Knicks recent win over the Brooklyn Nets: (W 107-86) - Early predictions pertaining to the upcoming Cleveland Cavaliers game versus the New York Knicks! - The early struggles of Tim Hardaway Jr.!

EP 33: Which NBA Teams will be the “Elite Eight” in the 2017-18 NBA Season? & The Knicks Hope to Avoid “Groundhog Day!” -Knicksfandom10/22/2017- We’re back and this is Episode 1, of Season 2, of our podcast known as “Knicksfandom!” In today’s episode L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau give their early season predictions regarding which teams will be the “Elite Eight” teams in the respective Western and Eastern Conferences! The fellas also give listeners some additional reasons to watch the NBA by picking their “sleeper teams,” for the upcoming season as well.- Moreover, during the "Knicks Weekly Round-Up” segment, the guys discuss:- Their lasting thoughts and some of the trends that stand out pertaining to the early play of the Knicks, in the first two games of the season! - How well they think the Knicks will play this season? - The early controvers

EP 32: The Story of "Hoodie Melo!" -Knicksfandom9/24/2017- In a special episode, L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau discuss the New York Knicks finally completing the rumored trade of franchise player Carmelo Anthony! Anthony was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder for center Enes Kanter, forward Doug McDermott, and a 2018 second round pick (via the Chicago Bulls)! - The fellas debate whether or not this trade will ultimately prove to be a good or bad trade for the Knicks (as well as for the Thunder)?- They evaluate Melo's tenure as a Knick (i.e. was it a failure, a success, or somewhere in-between?)- If they were the Knicks General Manager, would they have made this trade?- Moreover, what are some of the future possibilities pertaining to the New York Knicks and the organization in general? - Also, during the "NBA Sporting News Weekly Review" segment the guys discuss:- Jahlil Okafor, being a subject of trade rumors...again.- Tony Allen signing a one-year deal with the New Orleans Pelicans worth $2.3 million!- A

EP 31: "Kyrie Irving, Deal or no Deal?" -Knicksfandom8/27/2017- L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau are back! The guys start the show off by discussing the "on-again, off-again" Kyrie Irving trade involving Isaiah Thomas and the Boston Celtics! The fellas discuss in great detail the potential pros and cons surrounding this potential trade, and how it may affect the NBA as a whole!- Moreover, the guys give their take regarding Nerlens Noel reportedly turning down a potential lucrative long-term deal from the Dallas Mavericks!- Lastly, during the "Weekly Knicks Roundup," they discuss the following topics:- Scott Perry being named as the new General Manager of the New York Knicks!- Tim Hardaway Jr.'s $71 million dollar contract and subsequent return to the Knicks!- Ron Baker re-signed for $9 million dollars!- And much more!{Kyrie Irving}By Erik Drost - httpswww.flickr.comphotosedrost8827235940294, CC BY 2.0, httpscommons.wikimedia.orgwindex.phpcurid=56394361By Erik Drost [CC BY 2.0 (httpcreativecommons.orglicensesby

EP 30: "I’m sorry Phil Jackson, (well, not really) it is for real!: & Free agent frenzy 2017!” - Knicksfandom7/2/2017L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau start the show off by discussing the recent dismissal of Phil Jackson, as President of the New York Knicks and what does it mean for the future of the New York Knicks organization! They also review some of their top choices, to fill the now vacant role of president of the New York Knicks! During the "NBA & Sporting News Weekly Review" segment, the fellas review some of the major trades that have recently occurred, on the eve of the free agency bonanza, such as:- The major trade between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Houston Rockets, involving Chris Paul being traded for Patrick Beverly, Lou Williams and plethora of other players and a protected first round pick draft pick next year and cash considerations! - As well as the major trade involving the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers in which, Paul George was traded for Victor Oladipo and Doman

EP 29: "Look Frank, time has come, we got to Expand!: Frank Ntilikina to the Knicks, Jimmy is on the move & NBA Draft Recap!” - Knicksfandom6/25/2017L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau start the show off by reviewing the highs and the lows of the 2017 NBA Draft! The fellas give an in-depth review regarding the Knicks selecting point guard Frank Ntilikina with the eighth pick of the draft! Moreover, they discuss some of the major draft selections such as Dennis Smith Jr., Malik Monk, Donovan Mitchell, etc.During the "NBA & Sporting News Weekly Review" segment, they discuss:- The major trade between the Brooklyn Nets and the Los Angeles Lakers, involving Brooks Lopez being traded for D’Angelo Russell and Timofey Mozgov!- As well as the major trade involving the Chicago Bulls and the Minnesota Timberwolves in which, Jimmy Butler and the 16th overall draft pick was traded for Zach Lavine, Kris Dunn, and the 7th overall draft pick!Moreover, the guys give review some of the prominent and upcoming, unrestricted

EP 28: "Out with the old, in with the new!: The 2017 NBA Finals are over, but the NBA draft is just Beginning!" - Knicksfandom6/18/2017Happy Father's Day to all of our fathers ; we hope you enjoyed your special day and we also hope that you and your family are continually blessed. L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau start the show off by giving their final thoughts regarding the Cleveland Cavaliers being dethroned by the new NBA world champions Golden State Warriors (4-1)! They also talk about Kevin Durant being named the MVP of the finals. Lastly, they discuss the ways in which this series will potentially affect the NBA, in the upcoming years!During the "NBA & Sporting News Weekly Review!" segment, the guys discuss:- The reportedly major trade between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics! This trade will send the first pick in the draft (they will reportedly draft Markelle Fultz) in exchange for the third overall pick, and at least one conditional future first round pick (the guys review all the po

EP 27: "It Ain't Over Till It's Over- Cavs Fight Back!: & The Knicks and Their Potential Picks!" - Knicksfandom6/11/2017L.A. Blackwell, Danny, and Flau start the show off discussing the Cavs finally get off the "schneid" and stopping the Warriors from setting NBA playoffs history (potentially 16-0)! The fellas talk about some of the surprises and their overall thoughts, regarding games 2 through 4, and converse about which team will win the pivotal game 5!During the "Weekly Knicks Roundup" segment, they discuss:- Ian Begley's report, regarding the scheduled workout on Wednesday, with Dennis Smith Jr., which did not occur, but Phil Jackson reportedly did ultimately have dinner with him instead, and what could that mean for Knicks fans. -Moreover, they gave their assessments of Malik Monk and Luke Kennard, some potential "sharpshooters," who are scheduled to participate in some upcoming private workouts for the Knicks as well!Lastly, in the "NBA & Sporting News Weekly Review!" segment, the guys discuss: