A monumental Knicks win over Giannis and the Milwaukee Bucks brings lots to celebrate — and question — in this episode of the TKW Podcast. Anthony Corbo and Kyle Maggio return to the microphones with plenty to discuss after downing the bucks in overtime, including Mario Hezonja's dunk and step-over Giannis Antetokounmpo, plus Noah Vonleh's profound defensive coverage on the Greek Freak (04:47), Emmanuel Mudiay's fourth quarter/overtime takeover (13:54), Frank Ntilikina's DNP-CD and how this affe...
Dec 03, 2018•1 hr 1 min
The TKW Podcast returns with a sad loss and a sendoff. Matt Spendley, Anthony Corbo, and Kyle Maggio reunite for the final time with Matt as host to dive into the New York Knicks getting smacked against the Philadelphia 76ers (03:24), Frank Ntilikina continually not showing up and what the solution may be (07:03), if Fizdale's decision not to use the G-League a stubborn mistake (11:02), if Kevin Knox is experiencing "Gary Sanchez Syndrome" (18:10), Enes Kanter, Mario Hazonja, Emmanuell Mudiay, a...
Nov 29, 2018•52 min
TKW's Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio dish on the suddenly hot New York Knicks (0:28), the continued impressive play of Noah Vonleh (7:32), Emmanuel Mudiay: Starting Point Guard (17:11), Enes Kanter's mammoth night (28:30), and a look ahead at what's to come (35:52). RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @kylemaggio TKW Podcast: @TKWPodcast TKW: @TheKnicksWall MUSIC!! “TKW Podcast Theme”—Nadaboys @nada...
Nov 26, 2018•43 min
It's Thanksgiving Day and the TKW Podcast is celebrating with a big night from Trey Burke and an even bigger win against the Boston Celtics. Anthony Corbo and Kyle Maggio bring you a Thanksgiving spread of Knicks takes and celebrate a much-needed win over an Atlantic Division rival, going deep into Kevin Knox and Noah Vonleh's solid showings (00:56), the Knicks' legitimate rim protection prowess (03:43), how New York took advantage of Boston's clogged offense (07:12), Trey Burke coming alive and...
Nov 22, 2018•59 min
TKW's Matt Spendley is joined by Bryan Gibberman to touch on the loss in Orlando (1:03), Kevin Knox's tough game (8:05), why Bryan hates Walt Frazier (10:41), Emmanuel Mudiay's status (15:47), the Kanter conundrum (23:47), the Frank Ntilikina debate (30:52), judging the 4-13 Knicks during the rest of this season (37:47), and a grab bag of ancillary Knicks storylines (40:47). RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattsp...
Nov 19, 2018•50 min
A highly disappointing stretch of games for the New York Knicks has the TKW Crew looking towards the future. Matt Spendley, Kyle Maggio, and Anthony Corbo discuss the 25-point loss to a Russell Westbrook-less Oklahoma City Thunder(01:01), Kevin Knox joining the starting lineup (04:49), Zion Williamson's illustrious start to his college career (13:10), continuous inconsistency with the guard rotation (16:15), another night of quiet play from Frank Ntilikina (18:38), the plight of watching Mario H...
Nov 15, 2018•46 min
The Knicks dropped to 4-10 with an awful showing against the Magic at MSG on Sunday night. Let's talk about it. TKW's Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio take you through the latest in the number one basketball team in our hearts (0:30), the number two basketball team in our hearts (5:27), Frank Ntilikina's minutes share (9:40), positive signs from an awful game (18:05), Mitchell Robinson's block party (22:07), Kevin Knox looking comfortable (35:32), Robinson's career outlook (46:15), and finding the ...
Nov 12, 2018•1 hr 7 min
A rare Knicks win leads to an exciting new episode of the TKW Podcast. Matt Spendley, Anthony Corbo, and Kyle Maggio break down the New York Knicks' performances against the Atlanta Hawks and Chicago Bulls, with topics including a bounce-back game for Frank Ntilikina (01:20), the Knicks' rotational questions (05:42), Emmanuel Mudiay getting minutes over Trey Burke and David Fizdale's emphasis on the "hot hand" (07:59), balancing minutes between developing players and veterans (13:47), relying on...
Nov 08, 2018•58 min
Matt and Kyle fill you in on a tough loss to the Wizards and recap an eventful weekend for Knicks fans everywhere. The boys discuss every facet of Sunday's game against the Wizards, including Frank poor performance and encouraging showings from Trey Burke, Enes Kanter, and Allonzo Trier. From there they hop into whether or not Mitchell Robinson should continue to start (05:23), the Knicks' newfound energy on every possession (10:45), concerns over David Fizdale's rotational choices (15:19), who ...
Nov 05, 2018•59 min
The Knicks lost yet another close contest on Wednesday night, dropping their record to 2-6. We speak words into mics about it. TKW's Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio review the Knicks-Pacers contest, including Oladipo's takeover (0:28), Noah Vonleh's exciting play (9:58), some lineup struggles (23:37), how to operate in crunch time (35:57), and some Tim Hardaway Jr. thoughts (44:45). RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-p…53?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Ky...
Nov 01, 2018•56 min
The Knicks played the Warriors. It was fun. Until it wasn't. TKW's Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio cover everything from the Golden State-New York showdown, including the Warriors flipping the script (2:00), Fizdale's brutal fourth quarter (7:44), Frank Ntilikina's memorable game (13:52), the emergence of Damyean Dotson (26:22), finding the best lineups moving forward (41:33), and Frankie's new nickname via Steph Curry (54:31). RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-p…53?mt...
Oct 29, 2018•1 hr 1 min
After a tough loss to the Miami Heat, Matt Spendley, Anthony Corbo, and Kyle Maggio catch up on the status of the Knicks. The TKW Podcast is back with the biggest takes on the New York Knicks through the first five games of the season. The guys discuss the Knicks' declining performance against the Miami Heat (02:24), how Courtney Lee will impact the team upon his return (04:34), poor first impressions of Mario Hezonja (05:23), In-Or-Out on the Knicks roster (08:33), Enes Kanter's first rough gam...
Oct 25, 2018•49 min
The Knicks lost two heartbreakers this weekend, first to the Nets and then to the Celtics. We break it all down. TKW's Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio go through everything from this past weekend in Knicks basketball. Kyle can't do horror movies (0:30), a tough loss to the Celtics (4:35), Tim Hardaway Jr.'s frisky defense (11:30), Enes Kanter balling out (22:10), Knox's rookie season pre-injury (34:30), Fiz's Knicks in transition (38:26), the ongoing Frank Ntilikina position debate (46:01), and re...
Oct 22, 2018•59 min
The Knicks are baaaaaaaaaaack!!!! Game 1 of the 2018-19 NBA season is in the books for the New York Knicks and Matt Spendley, Anthony Corbo, and Kyle Maggio are here to get you ready for the year to come. The guys go through (02:18) Tim Hardaway Jr.'s big opening night, (07:08) Knox struggling to begin the season, (10:10) Allonzo Trier making an immediate impact, (12:39) Noah Vonleh with a double-double off the bench, (15:04) David Fizdale's first game as the Knicks' coach, (17:40) Frank Ntiliki...
Oct 18, 2018•59 min
The Knicks Wall's Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio talk about the Knicks' decision to waive Joakim Noah (0:45) and then offer up some thoughts on the first game of the season coming on Wednesday night at MSG (12:55). After, they welcome on TKW's Tyler Marko to talk about the team's over/under (29:21), TKW's Ty Jordan for Enes Kanter and Allonzo Trier praises (43:29), and TKW's Harley Geffner on Kevin Knox and Mitchell Robinson (1:05:41). RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tk...
Oct 15, 2018•1 hr 22 min
Matt Spendley, Anthony Corbo, and Kyle Maggio reunite for another TKW Podcast! The guys take a look at the latest Knicks news and preseason performances, including: (7:50) Fizdale's comments on Mitchell Robinson & Allonzo Trier spending time in the G League (11:21) The current logjam in the guard rotation (16:50) How the minutes may be distributed amongst the rotation heading into the season (25:14) The 2015 NBA Draft in hindsight (31:39) Where Kevin Knox can improve heading into the season ...
Oct 11, 2018•1 hr 3 min
The Knicks are undefeated in the preseason. Raise the banner. Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio break down the Knicks-Pelicans matchup from Friday night, touching on Emmanuel Mudiay, Tim Hardaway Jr., Noah Vonleh, and the rest of the Knicks. How does David Fizdale deploy his guards? What should the Knicks do with Mudiay? Could Allonzo Trier lock down a roster spot? New episodes every Monday and Thursday starting now for the rest of the regular season. The NBA is upon us, ladies and gentlemen. RATE, ...
Oct 08, 2018•1 hr
The Knicks Wall's Ty Jordan joins Matt Spendley and Anthony Corbo to break down what they saw in the second preseason game of the year. The guys discuss Kyrie Irving's commitment to the Celtics (01:43) before recapping what they took away from the Knicks-Nets preseason matchup, including Allonzo Trier playing his way onto the team (12:53), their thoughts on Emmanuel Mudiay and how Fizdale can balance the guard rotation (21:58), Frank Ntilikina's preseason showing (29:53), where Mario Hezonja slo...
Oct 05, 2018•53 min
"LET THERE BE BALL," SAID THE BASKETBALL GODS. AND IT WAS SO. Matt Spendley and Kyle Maggio break down the first preseason game of the year, touching on the official basketball debuts of Kevin Knox and Mitchell Robinson, the future of the backcourt position in New York, and more! The Knicks are back baby. RATE, REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE!! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tkw-podcast/id1258330953?mt=20953?mt=2 FOLLOW US!! Matt: @mattspendley Kyle: @kylemaggio TKW Podcast: @TKWPodcast TKW: @TheKni...
Oct 02, 2018•58 min
The Knicks Wall's Matt Spendley, Anthony Corbo & Reid Goldsmith bring you through their takes on the biggest storylines just days away from preseason action Reid describes what the atmosphere in Madison Square Garden is like right now before Anthony and Matt chime in to discuss cohesion between the coaching staff and front office, who will fill the "open" starting lineup, where Kevin Knox slots in, realistic expectations for Mitchell Robinson, and why Joakim Noah is still on the Knicks roste...
Sep 27, 2018•58 min
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 & ...
Sep 20, 2018•51 min
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...
Sep 14, 2018•57 min
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 gen...
Aug 23, 2018•53 min
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, REVI...
Aug 16, 2018•43 min
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 ...
Aug 02, 2018•53 min
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 wee...
Jul 26, 2018•1 hr 1 min
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/id1258330...
Jul 19, 2018•46 min
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-...
Jul 12, 2018•50 min
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!! h...
Jul 03, 2018•1 hr
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, ...
Jun 27, 2018•32 min
