Name: Karl-Anthony Towns says Knicks have to execute at a higher level in Game 2
Uploaded: 2025-05-07T10:38-05:00
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Description: New York Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns says the team has to execute at a much higher level if they expect to pull out a Game 2 win over Boston and says he still owns Jeremy Lin gear from his childhood fandom.

Mets

Juan Soto hit a first-inning home run for the Mets, and Tyrone Taylor drove in three runs. The Braves tied the game with three runs in the eighth and capitalized in the 10th, beating the Mets 5-4.

Mets vs Braves (6/17/25) | Mets Highlights

On Baseball Night in NY, Sal Licata moderates a debate between John Harper, Dan Graca and Emmanuel Berbari on topics surrounding the Mets and the Yankees. Is either team championship caliber? Are you taking the Yankees or the field? The panelists are forced to take a side and defend their positions.   

Which team is more championship ready: Mets or Yankees? | Baseball Night in NY

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza spoke about catcher Francisco Alvarez and Reed Garrett miscommunicating on the passed ball in a pivotal spot against the Atlanta Braves. Mendoza also discussed mistakes he may have made that ultimately led to the loss.     

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza on the Francisco Alvarez and Reed Garrett pitch miscommunication  

On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look at a trio of young Mets players - Brett Baty, Ronny Mauricio, and Mark Vientos – none of whom have taken advantage of the opportunity to lay claim to a permanent role on the big league roster.

Brett Baty, Ronny Mauricio, and Mark Vientos: can anyone claim the hot corner? | The Mets Pod

SNY's Hannah Keyser discusses how if the Mets dominate the Braves in their next two series against each other, Atlanta could become serious sellers at the MLB Trade Deadline. 

How Mets-Braves series could impact trade deadline decisions | Baseball Night in NY

SNY's Eamon McAnaney, John Jastremski, and Tyriq Butler discuss the Mets dropping their fourth straight after losing in extra innings to the Braves. The crew also debates which play was more costly: Juan Soto getting doubled up or Francisco Alvarez's throw to second base in the 10th inning.

Concerns for the Mets after losing fourth straight | SportsNite

Juan Soto voices his frustration with the umpire for taking "way too long" to decide whether Ronald Acuña Jr. made a catch in the top of the ninth. Francisco Alvarez discusses his decision to throw behind the runner in the tenth, and David Peterson shares his thoughts on his performance against the Braves.

Juan Soto says umpire took 'way too long' to make call in ninth, Francisco Alvarez on throwing behind runner

Following the Mets' 5-4 loss to the Braves in extra innings, Carlos Mendoza reacts to Francisco Alvarez throwing behind the runner in the 10th, Juan Soto's baserunning in the top of the ninth, and David Peterson's start.

Carlos Mendoza on Francisco Alvarez and Juan Soto's late-game blunders in Mets loss

Mets pitcher Tylor Megill speaks about getting placed on the 15-day IL with a right elbow strain.

Tylor Megill shares injury update after Mets placed him on IL

Yankees

On New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, host Chelsea Sherrod is joined by WFAN's Emmanuel Berbari to discuss Aaron Judge being in the same caliber as Mickey Mantle, Babe Ruth, and Lou Gehrig, Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s performance since returning from the IL, and Red Sox pitcher Hunter Dobbins saying he'd never play for the Yankees.

Aaron Judge making history, Hunter Dobbins reignites Yankees-Red Sox rivalry | New York 4 to 7

Following the Yankees' 11-7 loss to the Red Sox, Aaron Judge and Aaron Boone share their takeaways from the series against Boston, Judge's two-home-run game, and Carlos Rodón's performance.

Aaron Judge and Aaron Boone on Judge's two opposite-field home runs in Yankees' loss to Red Sox

Following the Yankees' 4-0 win over the Guardians, Aaron Boone, Max Fried, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. speak about the Bronx throwing a shutout and Chisholm's progression since returning from injury.

Aaron Boone, Max Fried, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. on Yankees shutout win over Guardians

On Baseball Night in NY, SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino reports that Yankees would like Jazz Chisholm to play 3B and former Mets GM Zack Scott, speculates on who they could pursue as second base options at the trade deadline including former Yankee Isiah Kiner-Falefa IKF and possibly even the Mets' Jeff McNeil.

What could the Yankees infield look like going forward? | Baseball Night in NY

On New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, host Chelsea Sherrod is joined by WFAN's Emmanuel Berbari to break down this weekend's World Series rematch between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers. The two discuss Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, the pitching matchups, and if these two teams will make it back to the Fall Classic this year.

Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, and the Yankees-Dodgers World Series rematch | New York 4 to 7

Yankees starter Carlos Rodon pitched another gem, striking out eight batters over six innings for his fourth straight win as the Bombers swept a three-game series from Texas 1-0. The bullpen then finished the job led by Luke Weaver, who completed his seventh save with a perfect ninth inning. The game's only run came from rookie Jorbit Vivas, who belted his first MLB home run and was "happy and excited to finally make the connection."

Carlos Rodon, Luke Weaver and Jorbit Vivas on leading Yankees to three-game sweep of Texas

Aaron Judge hit his 16th home run and Will Warren struck out a career-high 10 batters as the Yankees defeated the Rangers 5-2. Ben Rice also went deep as New York improves to 28-19 on the season.

Aaron Judge and Ben Rice both homer, Will Warren strikes out career-high 10 batters in win

On the latest episode of New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, SNY's Chelsea Sherrod alongside SNY's Danny Abriano and Yankees beat reporter for MLB.com Bryan Hoch recap the first 2025 Subway Series matchup between the Mets and Yankees, and debate whether or not the Yankees fans got in the head of Juan Soto during his first time facing his former club as a member of the Mets.


Juan Soto's return to the Bronx, Mets-Yankees Subway Series Round One Recap | New York 4 to 7

Jets

New York Jets Breece Hall and Jamien Sherwood detail how they plan to prove themselves to new head coach Aaron Glenn and the rest of the regime.

Breece Hall is ready to prove himself to a new Jets regime

New York Jets QB Justin Fields explains how it has been having Garrett Wilson as a wideout again and compliments the play of RB Breece Hall. Fields also details how he has been adjusting to a new offense under the leadership of OC Tanner Engstrand.

Jets QB Justin Fields on connection with Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall

Jets head coach Aaron Glenn speaks about his minicamp as head coach, what he learned from Lions coach Dan Campbell, and the team playing Aaron Rodgers in Week 1.

Aaron Glenn on first camp as head coach, Jets facing Aaron Rodgers in Week 1

Jamien Sherwood and Michael Carter speak about Jets minicamp, their expectations for the upcoming season, and playing under Aaron Glenn. 

Jamien Sherwood and Michael Carter on upcoming Jets season: 'I'm excited for us'

New York Jets CB Sauce Gardner details where he's at with a potential contract extension and why he didn't hold out from mini camp.

Sauce Gardner discusses potential contract extension and playing in the Olympics

At Jets minicamp, Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor work with Garrett Wilson and the Jets wide receivers as they get ready for the NFL season. 

Jets Minicamp Highlights | Justin Fields, Breece Hall | 6/12/25

New York Jets safety Tony Adams had high praise for Aaron Glenn's coaching and Justin Field's athleticism Wednesday. 

Jets safety Tony Adams praises Aaron Glenn and Justin Fields

See Justin Fields, Breece Hall, Garrett Wilson and the rest of the Jets practice at minicamp on Wednesday.

Jets Mini Camp Highlights| Justin Fields, Garrett Wilson, Sauce Gardner | 6/11/25

Jets defensive coordinator Steve Wilks talks how Sauce Gardner can elevate his game, the team's defensive identity, and head coach Aaron Glenn's approach.

Jets DC Steve Wilks talks Sauce Gardner, Aaron Glenn, and team's defensive identity

Giants

New York Giants linebackers coach Charlie Bullen talks about the team's linebacker rotation and Abdul Carter's talent during Wednesday's minicamp .

Giants LB coach Charlie Bullen talks Abdul Carter and the linebacker rotation

New York Giants offensive tackle Jermaine Eluemunor spoke about the 2025 New York Giants, saying "I like this team a lot." Eluemunor said he thinks the leadership is greatly improved compared with last year, and is excited about new players like Abdul Carter.

Offensive tackle Jermaine Eluemunor on Giants: 'I like this team a lot'

See all of the New York Giants in action at minicamp on Tuesday including quarterbacks Jaxson Dart and Russell Wilson and defensive studs Abdul Carter and Dexter Lawrence.

Giants Minicamp Highlights | Jaxson Dart, Abdul Carter| 6/17/25

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll discusses the organization's plan for Jaxson Dart's progression and shares an update on Malik Nabers' health.

Giants head coach Brian Daboll talks plan for Jaxson Dart and Malik Nabers' health

New York Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart details how he's been progressing during the team's summer workouts and says he trusts the coaching staff's plan for him. Plus, fellow QB Tommy DeVito details what its been like in the Giants' quarterback room so far.

Jaxson Dart wants to 'take it to the next level' this summer before training camp

At Giants minicamp, quarterbacks Russell Wilson, Jaxson Dart, Jameis Winston, and Tommy DeVito run drills with the New York wide receivers and first round draft pick Abdul Carter gets warmed up as he prepares for his first NFL season.

Giants Minicamp Highlights | Jaxson Dart, Russell Wilson, Abdul Carter | 6/18/25

New York Giants QB Jameis Winston explains how grateful he is to play another year in the NFL and for 'one of the greatest fanbases.'

Jameis Winston is excited to play for 'one of the best cities in the world'

New York Giants Kayvon Thibodeaux and Russell Wilson share what they are hoping to get out of minicamp this week and their goals for the upcoming NFL season.

Kayvon Thibodeaux and Russell Wilson on goals for Giants upcoming season

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll shares how rookie QB Jaxson Dart has been during the team's spring program so far. Daboll also touches on Evan Neal's progress and how he views the quarterback room.

Brian Daboll on Jaxson Dart's progression throughout Giants' spring program

Knicks

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY’s NBA Insider joins Matt Spendley to discuss the Knicks’ head coaching search and the leading candidates for the job.

Ian Begley on Jason Kidd, Mark Jackson's chances of becoming Knicks head coach

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider alongside Matt Spendley answer your questions about Jason Kidd, Mark Jackson, and the Knicks' head coaching search.

Ian Begley shares the latest on Knicks head coaching search, offseason targets | The Putback with Ian Begley

On SportsNite,  Niki Lattarulo is joined by Jonathan Macri of Knicks Film School for the latest on the Knicks search for a new head coach and those Kevin Durant trade rumors.

Jonathan Macri delves into Knicks coaching search, Kevin Durant rumors | SportsNite

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley discusses the current state of the Knicks' head coaching search and the prospect of trading for Kevin Durant.

Ian Begley gives update on Knicks head coach search, trading for Kevin Durant | SportsNite

On SportsNite, host Jon Alba and Knicks Film School's Jonathan Macri discuss the Knicks parting ways with Tom Thibodeau. Plus, Macri shares his head coach wish list, including Jason Kidd and Frank Vogel.

Knicks head coach wish list from Jonathan Macri | Sportsnite

St. John's head coach Rick Pitino speaks about the Knicks firing head coach Tom Thibodeau, throwing out the first pitch at Yankees Stadium, and his thoughts on the upcoming Red Storm season.

Rick Pitino on Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau: 'A lot of us don't comprehend what happened'

Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle reacts to the New York Knicks' decision to fire Tom Thibodeau.

Rick Carlisle reacts to Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider breaks down the top candidates to replace Tom Thibodeau after he was fired as head coach of the New York Knicks.

Ian Begley breaks down Knicks head coach candidates | The Putback with Ian Begley

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider reacts to the breaking news that head coach Tom Thibodeau has been fired by the New York Knicks organization.

Ian Begley on why Knicks fired Tom Thibodeau, potential head coach replacements | The Putback with Ian Begley

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