Name: Assessing Knicks' current place in the Eastern Conference after the first half of the season | The Putback
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Description: On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley, NY Knicks Daily News beat writer Kristian Winfield and longtime NBA broadcaster Brendan Brown determine where the New York Knicks currently stand in the Eastern Conference and preview the second half of the season.

Mets

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza attributed Tylor Megill's uneven outing was the inability to get ahead of the hitters in the 6-3 loss. Megill felt he threw plenty of strikes but acknowledged the high pitch count which ended his night after five innings. Francisco Lindor had the toughest night of all, calling his defensive miscues "unacceptable," and bluntly stating "I have to be better."

Carlos Mendoza, Tylor Megill and Francisco Lindor on tough loss to Twins

Pete Alonso and Juan Soto each homered, but the rest of the Mets lineup went quiet in a 6-3 loss to the Twins. Francisco Lindor had a particularly rough night, making a costly error leading to a Twins run and going 0-for-2 with runners in scoring position, including the final out of the game.

Mets vs Twins (4/15/25) | Mets Highlights

Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez continues to make his way back to the big club, hitting a long home run for Double-A Binghamton on Tuesday night.

Francisco Alvarez crushes solo HR for Double-A Binghamton in rehab start

On Mets Pre Game Live, SNY's Steve Gelbs tells Gary Apple that Luisangel Acuña has earned his spot on the big league roster and what his versatility can bring to the table.

 Is Luisangel Acuña's skillset the ideal fit for the Mets? | Mets Pregame  Live

On Baseball Night in NY, Will Sammon discusses how the Mets will occupy CF with Jose Siri sidelined. Will mentions Tyrone Taylor as the obvious solution, but Brandon Nimmo and  Luisangel Acuna could also be options. 

What will the Mets do to fill the void in center field? | Baseball Night in NY

Blade Tidwell ended his five-inning outing with four strikeouts on Tuesday against Buffalo.

Mets Prospect Highlights | Blade Tidwell | 4/15/25

SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino reacts to Juan Soto's comments to the New York Post regarding how he is being pitched to as a Met compared to as a Yankee. Martino says Soto enjoyed the protection Aaron Judge provided and made it a point to tell Steve Cohen that he wanted Pete Alonso back in New York's lineup.

MLB Insider reacts to Juan Soto's comments on how he's being pitched to this season

Jose Siri and Carlos Mendoza discuss Siri receiving the news that he fractured his tibia after fouling a ball off it. Siri talks about his emotions after learning the diagnosis and shares a potential recovery timeline.

Jose Siri and Carlos Mendoza discuss outfielder's fractured tibia, with surgery not expected

Following the Mets' 5-1 win in Minnesota, Juan Soto and Pete Alonso spoke with the media to discuss their night's at the plate, while Clay Holmes recapped notching his second win with the Mets.

Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, and Clay Holmes recap solid team win for Mets

Yankees

 SNY's Niki Lattarulo discusses Jasson Dominguez performance this season and his dominance in the Yankees' win over the Royals Tuesday night.

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After a difficult start to the season, Yankees' left fielder Jasson Dominguez feels his "confidence growing" after a three-RBI night in a 4-2 win over Kansas City. His bases-clearing double in the sixth inning proved to be the eventual game-winner. Starter Max Fried continues to shine, allowing just two runs in 6.2 innings. He complimented Dominguez on his big night and called the win a "great team effort."

Jasson Dominguez and Max Fried talk 'great team effort' in win over Royals 

Jazz Chisholm and Carlos Carrasco spoke with the media after the Yankees beat the Royals 4-1 in the Bronx on Monday night.

Jazz Chisholm, Carlos Carrasco discuss contributions to Yankees' 4-1 win over Royals

Team USA manager Mark DeRosa and Aaron Judge spoke with the media on Monday to announce Judge as the captain of Team USA at the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Aaron Judge on being named Team USA captain for 2026 World Baseball Classic

Will Warren picked up his first major league win with his family in attendance as the Yankees beat the Giants 8-4. Teammate Ben Rice, who homered in the sixth inning and continues to produce in the leadoff spot, believes having a plan every time he goes to the plate is the biggest reason for his success in the early going. Cody Bellinger laced a triple and had two RBI but also complimented Rice on his approach and overall felt the team handled the inclement weather conditions well.

Will Warren, Ben Rice and Cody Bellinger talk Yankees' bounce back win over Giants

The Yankees launched three more home runs, scoring nine times but then had to hold off a late Arizona charge to win 9-7. Trent Grisham and Jazz Chisholm, who each homered themselves, were still in awe of Aaron Judge's three-hit, four-RBI performance including his fifth homer of the young season. Judge chose to credit his teammates for taking quality at-bats and making big pitches in avoiding a sweep.

 Aaron Judge leads way again as Yankees salvage series finale against Diamondbacks

Aaron Boone, Carlos Rodon and Anthony Volpe reacted to the Yankees' 4-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Starter Zac Gallen tied a career-high with 13 strikeouts of New York, blanking the team over 6.2 innings pitched.

Aaron Boone, Carlos Rodon and Anthony Volpe on Zac Gallen's dominant performance in Yankees' loss 

Aaron Boone and Jasson Dominguez react to Dominguez's home run, Will Warren's start, and the Bronx's bullpen faltering in the eighth.

Aaron Boone and Jasson Dominguez react to Yankees' 7-5 loss to Diamondbacks

Yankees manager Aaron Boone speaks about Paul Goldschmidt's willingness to hit in the leadoff spot, the torpedo bats some of the players are using, and signing Adam Ottavino.

Aaron Boone on attention surrounding Yankees' torpedo bats: 'It's taken on a life of its own'

Jets

Jets QB Justin Fields discusses meeting with the New York coaches and staff, reuniting with college teammate Garrett Wilson, and what makes the Jets a good fit for him.

Justin Fields reuniting with Garrett Wilson, excitement to play for Jets

Jamien Sherwood speaks about not having Aaron Rodgers around, his thoughts about Justin Fields, and getting ready for the season. Brandon Stephens talks about how it was an easy decision for him to join the Jets, his thoughts on coach Aaron Glenn and Justin Fields, and preparing for the season

Jamien Sherwood and Brandon Stephens on expectations for upcoming Jets season

SNY's Jeane Coakley speaks with Jets owner Woody Johnson on what he's seen from Aaron Glenn this offseason, Justin Fields joining the team, and girls flag football.

Woody Johnson on Aaron Glenn, Justin Fields, and his feelings on the 2025 Jets

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes speaks about Aaron Glenn saying he wants to find and keep young talent and what that means for Garrett Wilson and Sauce Gardner.

Will Jets work on long-term extensions with Garrett Wilson and Sauce Gardner?

SNY's Jeane Coakley speaks with Jets head coach Aaron Glenn about naming Justin Fields as the starting quarterback, what he likes about cornerback Sauce Gardner, and why he prefers to stay under the radar during the offseason.

Aaron Glenn on confidence in Justin Fields, Jets' offseason moves

SNY's Jeane Coakley catches up with new Jets general manager Darren Mougey at the NFL Owners' meeting in Florida as they recap the moves he's already made and what lays ahead

Darren Mougey tells Jeane Coakley  about his whirlwind of activity since becoming Jets GM

On Jets Nation, Bart Scott and Connor Rogers break down how the Jets can build their offense around Justin Fields.

Can the Jets unleash Justin Fields' full potential as an NFL QB?

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes contemplates where the Jets will shift their focus next with starting quarterback Justin Fields in place.

NFL Insider on what lies ahead for the Jets till the NFL Draft

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes breaks down the Jets' decision to sign former Ravens CB Brandon Stephens after they lost D.J. Reed in free agency and why he thinks head coach Aaron Glenn will be able to bring out the best in Stephens.

Why Jets chose Brandon Stephens to replace D.J. Reed at corner back

Giants

Giants general manager Joe Schoen speaks on the organization's process for the draft and if they are planning to take a quarterback, Schoen also shares his thoughts on potential draft picks Travis Hunter and Abdul Carter.

Joe Schoen on Abdul Carter, Travis Hunter and Giants' 2025 NFL Draft plans

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes discusses Brian Daboll's quiet news conference at the NFL Annual Meetings and what he learned from his comments about dual-threat Travis Hunter.

NFL insider discusses how Giants view Travis Hunter before NFL Draft

Jameis Winston speaks about his excitement joining the Giants, what he was told his role would be when he signed with the team, and his desire to help New York win.

Jameis Winston discusses Giants' QB room: 'My business is today'

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes speaks about the Giants not having a long-term solution at quarterback and if they are looking to find one in the draft or wait for the right opportunity.

Will Giants draft a QB after signing Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston?

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes says the Giants signing of veteran QB Russell Wilson doesn't change their pursuit of a future franchise quarterback. Connor adds that the Giants must find a way to come out of the upcoming NFL Draft with either Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders.

NFL Insider reacts to the Giants decision to sign veteran QB in Russell Wilson

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes remains more convinced than ever that despite signing veteran quarterback Jameis Winston to a two-year contract, they fully intend to pursue a new franchise signal-caller in this year's NFL Draft. They view Winston as a "bridge" QB while they contemplate trading up to select Colorado's Shedeur Sanders with Tennessee holding on to the No. 1 pick and drafting Miami's Cam Ward.  

NFL Insider confirms that the Giants have signed QB Jameis Winston to a two-year, $8M deal 

After a dreadful 2024 season, the Giants have already bolstered several key positions in free agency. Safety Jevon Holland arrives from the Dolphins, and corner Paulson Adebo hopes to transform a Giants secondary following four years with the Saints. Defensive lineman Chauncey Golston comes from the archrival Cowboys, while a familiar face in Darius Slayton is staying put. The veteran receiver signed a new three-year deal with New York and said, "This is the best place for me to be."

Darius Slayton, Jevon Holland, Paulson Adebo and Chauncey Golston meet media after signing deals with Giants 

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes speaks about the Giants signing safety Jevon Holland and how New York's defense is shaping up.

How Jevon Holland solidifies the Giants defense

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the Giants signing former Saints CB Paulson Adebo and explains why the team thinks Adebo has "a ton of upside."

NFL Insider breaks down Giants signing former Saints CB Paulson Adebo

Knicks

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Knicks beat reporter for Newsday Steve Popper and Detroit Pistons beat writer for Detroit News Coty M. Davis to debate if Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, or Cade Cunningham is the best player in the Knicks-Pistons playoff series.

Is Jalen Brunson or Cade Cunningham the best player in Knicks-Pistons series? | The Putback with Ian Begley

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Knicks beat reporter for Newsday Steve Popper and Detroit Pistons beat writer for Detroit News Coty M. Davis to discuss what's at stake for Tom Thibodeau and the Knicks in the NBA playoffs.

Ian Begley on how Tom Thibodeau's job may be at stake with early Knicks playoff exit

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley speaks about Tom Thibodeau's news conference and his comments about Landry Shamet. Begley discusses if his praise towards Shamet may indicate his role with the team in the playoffs.

Ian Begley describes Landry Shamet's potential role with Knicks in playoffs

Karl-Anthony Towns discusses his first season with the Knicks, Mikal Bridges' impact both on the floor and in the locker room, and what it means to play his first playoff series at Madison Square Garden.

Karl-Anthony Towns on first playoff series with Knicks at MSG

Jalen Brunson shares his thoughts on the Knicks' regular season and his first as captain, recovering from his injury in time for the playoffs, and what he's expecting in the team's series against the Pistons.

Jalen Brunson evaluates Knicks-Pistons matchup: 'They bring a level of physicality'

Before the start of the NBA playoffs, Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau discusses his plans for utilizing the bench, how Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson can play together, and the importance of getting rest before New York's series against the Pistons begins.

Tom Thibodeau on Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson playing together in Knicks-Pistons series

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Knicks beat reporter for Newsday Steve Popper and Detroit Pistons beat writer for Detroit News Coty M. Davis to discuss the Knicks' 51 win season, lack of confidence in fans going into NBA playoffs, and how the Knicks will guard Cade Cunningham in their first round matchup against Detroit.

Are Knicks undervalued despite third seed in Eastern Conference? | The Putback with Ian Begley

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Knicks beat reporter for Newsday Steve Popper and Detroit Pistons beat writer for Detroit News Coty M. Davis to preview the New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons first round matchup in the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

Knicks-Pistons playoff preview, Jalen Brunson vs. Cade Cunningham | The Putback with Ian Begley

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley discusses the Knicks' slow end to the regular season and Tom Thibodeau's thoughts on New York's first-round playoff matchup against the Pistons.

Ian Begley on Knicks' playoff matchup against Cade Cunningham and the Pistons

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Assessing Knicks' current place in the Eastern Conference after the first half of the season | The Putback

Following the Knicks' 113-105 win over the Nets, Tom Thibodeau and Mikal Bridges discusses New York's season finale, Thibodeau resting the Knicks starts, and Bridges playing six seconds against his old team.

Tom Thibodeau on resting Knicks starters in season finale, Mikal Bridges on playing in every game this season

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley says the Knicks are stumbling to the finish of the regular season, having blown a 23-point lead to the Cavaliers on Friday night and "have a lot to clean up," before their first-round matchup with Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons. The Pistons have given the Knicks fits all season and will be handful for New York to deal with.

Ian Begley reacts to the Knicks 'bad loss' to Cleveland at MSG 

Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau talked about "playing 48 minutes because no lead is safe," after losing to the Cavaliers 108-102. New York saw a 23-point lead evaporate as the Cavs took over in the fourth quarter. Thibodeau acknowledged that they have to get things fixed quickly on both sides of the ball with the playoffs looming. Josh Hart and Jalen Brunson are looking forward to wrapping up the regular season against Brooklyn on Sunday because the playoffs "are a whole different level."

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