The Knicks Wall Podcast

Jimmy Butler requested a trade. Should the Knicks make a deal for him? Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio talk about the latest in Jimmy Butler's world, chatting about the news (2:30), the fanbase's feelings on a potential deal (8:02), the comparisons to the Carmelo Anthony situation (18:54), and reasons why the Knicks should not make the deal (31:38). FULL DISCLOSURE: We recorded this before the Butler to the Clippers rumors heated up. It's still an enjoyable episode! We promise! RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA TKW Podcast: @TKWPodcast TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

Less than two weeks until training camp. We can taste the basketball. The pod is back! Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio talk about the latest in Kyrie Irving rumors (7:46), the Knicks potential starting lineups for this season (19:45), how David Fizdale should dole out minutes at the guard and wing positions (28:55), Kevin Knox and Mitchell Robinson's potential (42:15), and KP's timetable for return (47:40). RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA TKW Podcast: @TKWPodcast TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

As August winds down, the rookies have some thoughts on who will light up the NBA. Matt Spendley, Kyle Maggio, and Anthony Corbo chat about the rookie survey, breaking down each pick and where our Knicks rookies stand in the pecking order. Corbo manages to sneak in a Kristaps Porzingis and Nikola Jokic debate in there, so keep an ear out for that. It would mean a lot to Kyle. After, the fellas talk about Knicks Gaming and their run to the inaugural NBA 2K League Finals. Good luck on Saturday gents! RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA Anthony: @wishiwascorbo TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

The offseason rolls on, and all is quiet on the Knicks front. Should the Knicks retire Carmelo Anthony's number? That is the question on our minds this week. Is his legacy as a Knick strong enough to warrant such an honor? How does he stack up historically? In other news, Spencer Dinwiddie lit the New York basketball Twitter world aflame for all of one night with a simple tweet. How fun is August?!? We also chat about the Yankees, Greg Bird's struggles, Sam Darnold's future, and more. RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA Tyler: @TylerMarko TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

The dog days of summer are upon us, ladies and gents. Matt Spendley, Kyle Maggio, and Anthony Corbo hop on to talk about the history of Knicks jerseys, why Sonny Gray stinks, David Fizdale's trip to Latvia, and more. We're scrambling for content here. It's August. Can basketball come back soon? Then, they continue the Hall of Fame of Knicks with numbers 10-19. Lots of old heads in this one. RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA Anthony: @wishiwascorbo TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

The guys are back to discuss the Noah Vonleh signing, where the Knicks cut the fat from the roster, and start the summer of uniform selections. Matt Spendley, Kyle Maggio, and Anthony Corbo break down Noah Vonleh, Kadeem Allen, Troy Williams to New Orleans, and more as free agency truly dwindles down. Will the Knicks regret letting Williams go? What about Ron Baker? Could Vonleh bring resurrect his career in New York? The Official TKW All-Time Uniform Number Selections begins in earnest this week, starting with numbers 00-9. Who were the best Knicks to wear each number? The takes will be flying. Prepare yourself.  RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA Anthony: @wishiwascorbo TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

No basketball for weeks? Doesn't matter. THE KNICKS DON'T REST AND NEITHER DO WE. Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio hop on to talk about the Kawhi Leonard trade, the Knicks decision to remove Troy Williams from the roster, Mitchell Robinson's snub, and more around the league. Then, they are joined by Newsday's Barbara Barker to talk about Tim Hardaway Jr., and where women's sports are headed in the coming years. RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 READ BARBARA'S STORY! https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/tim-hardaway-jr-knicks-1.19863013 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA Barbara: @meanbarb TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

The Knicks are 1-2 in Summer League, but who cares about the losses. Kevin Knox is showing that he may be the real deal. Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio discuss Kevin Knox's exciting play, Mitchell Robinson's promising efforts, and the guard triumvirate of Allonzo Trier, Damyean Dotson, and Frank Ntilikina. How encouraged should we be by their performances? Does Summer League matter? Having good, young players is fun you guys. RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

Matt and Kyle break down the Hezonja signing and offer some insight on the summer league roster. Mario Hezonja is a Knick, the roster is full, and summer league looms. Should the Knicks have waited the market out to potentially sign Julius Randle? What summer league options are the most exciting? And does Allonzo Trier have a future in the league? Listen until the end to hear us find out about Boogie's decision to sign with Golden State live. We were...not happy. RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

Matt, Kyle, and Bailey are joined by Billions co-creator and showrunner Brian Koppelman in a special episode. Brian Koppelman joins the podcast to talk about his life as a Knicks fan, James Dolan as a figurehead, his familial connection with the Knicks, Billions, Trump, and so much more. From being a kid at the Garden watching the glory days of the Knicks to Bernard King's legendary game against the Pistons to Linsanity, the guys go through Brian's trials and tribulations as a Knicks fan. Then, they dish on Billions, Brian's favorite cameos, and how life in the era of Trump impacts his decisions as a showrunner. Keep an eye out for that Kevin Knox cameo on Billions next season. It's coming, we promise.* *we don't promise. RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA Bailey: @BaileyCarlin Brian: @briankoppelman TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

The 2018 NBA Draft saw the Knicks select two young, raw players. What should we expect from them during their first year in the NBA? Matt Spendley is joined by Kyle Maggio and Ty Jordan to discuss the major takeaways from Thursday's NBA Draft. With Kevin Knox and Mitchell Robinson in the fold, the Knicks are committing hard to a full rebuild. The fellas hit on their first moments as Knicks, what they can do to take their games to the next level, and where each player should be put to give them every chance to succeed. RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA Ty: @DefinitelyNotTy TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

The draft is finally here. We break it all down. IT'S DRAFT DAY BABY! Matt Spendley and Jeff Bellone, aka Knicks Film School, are joined by Bleacher Report's NBA Draft Expert Jonathan Wasserman to discuss the impending draft. Will the Knicks actually move up in the draft? What forward should they target from the popular group that has been discussed?  Second-round targets, Collin Sexton vs. Trae Young, fit with Porzingis, and more are dished on in this special episode. Get excited for tonight! RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Jeff: @KnickFilmSchool Jonathan: @NBADraftWass TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

The Knicks have had quite a few memorable NBA players make their way through the hallowed halls of MSG. What could you do with $15 to spend and a select few players on the board? Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio are joined by long lost buddy Anthony Corbo to talk about...well, everything. From the NBA Finals to Ocean's 8 to our official Knicks teams, the fellas cover it all. After, they are joined by Connor Muldowney of Spartan Avenue to discuss the game of one Miles Bridges. Connor hits on Bridges' three-point shooting in college, whether or not Tom Izzo's lineup choices impacted his development, and a couple things about him that Knicks fans may not know. RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA Anthony: @wishiwascorbo. Connor: @Connormuldowney TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

What have the Knicks been up to over the summer? Is Ron Baker actually bad? What can Damyean Dotson bring to the table? Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio are joined by Jeffrey Bellone, aka Knicks Film School, to talk about the latest Knicks news. From Ron Baker to Damyean Dotson to Frank Ntilikina, the young Knicks have been working hard over the summer. How much stock should we put into their summer workout videos?  Which young guys will stick around and make an impact now and in the future?  Trae Young worked out for the Knicks today. What can he be as an NBA player? Who is Knicks Film School's favorite potential draft pick? Finally, the fellas talk about the future of the Knicks. How soon should they offer Kristaps Porzingis a contract extension? Does it really matter if Enes Kanter opts in or out? All that and more! RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @MaggioNBA Jeff: @KnickFilmSchool TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.

With just about three weeks until the NBA Draft, the day of reckoning draws near. This week is all about Mikal Bridges. Matt Spendley is joined by TKW graphics aficionado Bailey Carlin to hear his takes on the draft, talk about the NBA Finals, and touch on the pros and cons of NBA Twitter.  After, they are joined by Eugene Rapay of VU Hoops (SB Nation) to dive deep on Mikal Bridges. A favorite of many Knicks fans, Bridges has long made a ton of sense for the Knicks. What about his game will translate well? What will take him longer to learn? Is his defense as strong as we are led to believe? Eugene has all the answers. RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Bailey: @BaileyCarlin Eugene: @erapay5 TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nadaboys Produced by Matt Spendley. Part of the TKW Podcast Network.