Name: Mike Brown pleased with Knicks' 'urgency and physicality' in rout of Bulls
Uploaded: 2026-04-03T11:13-05:00
Duration: 509 s
Description: Knicks head coach Mike Brown has preached better starts for his team and he got that and more in their 136-96 drubbing of the Bulls.

Mets

Returning to Citi Field for the first time to face the Mets, Jeff McNeil sits down with SNY’s Steve Gelbs to discuss the experience of coming back to Queens, his feelings about how last season ended, his emotions about the trade to the A’s, and his best memories of his time with the team.

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Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns met the media on Friday to deliver an update on Juan Soto’s recovery from his injured calf, and also shared his thoughts about the performance so far of rookie Carson Benge.

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New York Mets starter Nolan McLean shares what was working for him in his start against the Diamondbacks.

Mets starter Nolan McLean reacts to his start vs Diamondbacks

The Mets took an early lead behind Luis Robert Jr.'s home run, but fell apart in the seventh, giving up seven unanswered runs and losing to the Diamondbacks in the rubber game of the series.

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After a rough first start, Syracuse's Christian Scott responded with a dominant performance against Buffalo, striking out seven batters over five innings and allowing just two hits. LF Ryan Clifford lined an RBI double as the Mets jumped out to a 5-0 lead. Buffalo mounted a big comeback but closer Jonathan Pintaro came on in the ninth inning to preserve the 5-4 win.

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On SportsNite, Eamon McAnaney and John Harper put Carlos Beltran's Mets career in perspective.

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J.D. Martinez talks about his path back to the New York Mets, comparisons between the 2024 and 2026 team and how he keeps in contact with Jose Iglesias.

J.D. Martinez on his new role with the New York Mets

Carlos Mendoza on Diamondbacks' aggressiveness early in the game and David Peterson not being able to execute his pitches. David Peterson details his mechanics and how they felt a bit off early in the game and Sean Manaea on his recovery progression.

Carlos Mendoza, David Peterson and Sean Manaea after Mets fall to Diamondbacks

After giving up five runs in the opening two innings, the Mets' offense never got into a rhythm. Brett Baty notched two hits one being an RBI. Bo Bichette and Luis Robert Jr. also had two hits each. Mark Vientos collected his fifth RBI of the season with a sacrifice fly in the eighth. 

Mets vs Diamondbacks (4/8/26) | Mets Highlights

Yankees

Cody Bellinger discusses the Yankees' stalled offense as the Yankees fell to the Athletics.

Cody Bellinger on Yankees' loss to Athletics

Amed Rosario spoke about his two home run, four RBI night as the Yankees topped the Athletics 5-3. His 8th inning home run allowed New York to take the lead, as they went on to win 5-3.

Amed Rosario on his two home run, four RBI night in Yankees 5-3 win over Athletics 

"Winning comes in many different ways," Cody Bellinger said after the Yankees' hard-fought 9-7 win over the Marlins. Both teams threw haymakers, but in the end, Bellinger added, "That's a great win."

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New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone shares what he liked about the team's at-bats in their win over the Marlins.

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On SNY’s SportsNite, Eamon McAnaney, John Jastremski and Chris Lopresti discuss how good the Yankees starting rotation can be after Max Fried's strong performance on Opening Day, how balanced the Yankees lineup looked, and if there’s any concerns after Aaron Judge's 0-5 performance.

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On SNY’s Baseball Night in NY, Jim Duquette talks about Gerrit Cole's rehab timeline and speculates that Cole could return to the Yankees rotation in the middle of May.

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On SNY’s Baseball Night in NY, Emmanuel Berbari discusses the state of the starters for the Yankees, and explains why Luis Gil is not necessarily a long-term rotation solution.

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Mets top offensive prospect Carson Benge spoke about his performance in the team's 10-4 win over the Yankees. Benge also praised several veterans on the Mets who have helped mentor him.

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Mets prospect A.J. Ewing singled in the 2nd inning, driving in two runs as the team topped the Yankees 10-4. Starter Freddy Peralta went three innings, striking out four and allowed two runs in the victory.

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Jets

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt react to Aaron Glenn and Darren Mougey's comments at the NFL Owners Meetings. Plus, the two react to an AI mock draft for the Jets and go around the league after Jalen Hurts rumors swirled once again.

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SNY's Chelsea Sherrod catches up with Jets head coach Aaron Glenn at the NFL Owners Meetings to discuss the acquisition of Geno Smith, the additions the team made on defense, and other storylines ahead of next season.

Aaron Glenn on Jets defense and addition of Geno Smith

SNY's Chelsea Sherrod chats with New York Jets GM Darren Mougey at the NFL owners meetings about acquiring Geno Smith to be the starting quarterback. Mougey also detailed his meeting with Alabama QB Ty Simpson, who could be the second signal-caller taken off the board at the NFL Draft in April. On the defensive side of the ball, the GM is extremely excited with the wholesale changes the team has made. 

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On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes alongside The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt discuss the current state of the backup quarterback market, including Carson Wentz, discuss the organization's pro day plans, and interview new safety Dane Belton.

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On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the organization trading Justin Fields to the Chiefs.

Connor Hughes on Jets trading Justin Fields to the Chiefs | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes alongside The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt react to Justin Field getting traded to the Chiefs, discuss Darren Mougey's job as GM so far, and answer fan questions as the draft nears closer.

Justin Fields trade reaction and Darren Mougey evaluation | Jets Final Drive

On SNY’s Jets Nation, Connor Rogers states his case for why the Jets should go with Ohio State off-ball linebacker and stand-up edge Arvell Reese with the No. 2 pick in the NFL Draft.

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On SNY’s Jets Nation, Bart Scott discusses the Jets reuniting with QB Geno Smith from all angles, including how Smith was the best of some limited options under center, and what Geno needs to do to have a successful second stint in New York.

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New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith details how excited he is to return to the organization and play for Jets fans again. Smith also praises Aaron Glenn and comments on his relationship with Demario Davis.

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Giants

John Harbaugh addressed the news that Dexter Lawrence requested a trade from the Giants, saying: "Speaking for the Giants, we want Dexter here." Harbaugh expressed optimism the team and Lawrence would be able to work through the situation. 

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SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes breaks down the likelihood that Odell Beckham Jr. returns to play for the New York Giants this upcoming season.

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SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes chats with New York Giants GM Joe Schoen at the NFL Annual League Meeting, and covered his relationship with new head coach John Harbaugh, his thoughts on QB Jaxson Dart, and what the Giants could do with the 5th overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft.

Giants GM Joe Schoen talks John Harbaugh, Jaxson Dart, NFL Draft plans

New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh met the media at the NFL Annual League Meeting, and discussed the type of offense Big Blue plans to build around quarterback Jaxson Dart, as well as the possibility of a reunion between the organization and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr.

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New York Giants TE Isaiah Likely says he's spoken to his new QB Jaxson Dart and loves the charisma he brings to the field. Plus, Likely shares how John Harbaugh had an influence on his decision to come to New York.

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SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the New York Giants agreeing to terms with free agent tight end Isaiah Likely, reuniting him with his former Ravens head coach John Harbaugh.

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New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh spoke at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine and talked about adjusting to Big Blue, and also all the work that’s being done to create integration throughout the entire organization.

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New York Giants GM Joe Schoen met the media at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine and discussed building around quarterback Jaxson Dart, plus the rehab status of both Malik Nabers and Cam Skattebo.

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SNY NBA Insider Connor Hughes breaks down the hire of Matt Nagy as Giants offensive coordinator under new head coach John Harbaugh, including Nagy’s long track record in the NFL and his previous work with star quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

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Knicks

Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson discuss the success of their two-man game in the team's win over the Celtics.

Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns talk their successful two-man game in Knicks' win over Celtics

Knicks head coach Mike Brown praised Josh Hart for his 15-point fourth quarter that led to their 112-106 win over the Celtics to remain in the hunt for the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference.  

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On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Knicks content creator Duglust to break down the Knicks thrilling win over the Hawks, discuss Mike Brown's playoff rotation options, and assess the state of the East with the regular season winding down.

Jalen Brunson's fourth quarter takeover and Mike Brown's playoff rotation plan | The Putback

After cruising to their 40-point win over the Bulls, Knicks captain Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby reiterated that the emphasis for the club is being healthy come playoff time and maintaining the aggressiveness on defense.

Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby talk Knicks team health and aggressive defensive play after win

Knicks head coach Mike Brown has preached better starts for his team and he got that and more in their 136-96 drubbing of the Bulls.

Mike Brown pleased with Knicks' 'urgency and physicality' in rout of Bulls

On SNY’s SportsNite, Eamon McAnaney and Jonathan Macri recap the Knicks’ win in Memphis, which broke their three-game losing streak.

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On SportsNite, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley joins Eamon McAnaney to unpack the Knicks 111-94 loss to the Houston Rockets. New York has now lost its third straight game.

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On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Zach Lowe to break down where the Knicks stand in the Eastern Conference and the job done by Mike Brown so far. The two also discuss Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges, and talk a little Mets to finish off the episode.

Zach Lowe talks Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Eastern Conference playoffs | The Putback with Ian Begley

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by 7pm in Brooklyn and Hot 97's Kaz Famuyide to take a closer look at the Knicks seven-game winning streak, capped off with a 15-point fourth quarter by Jalen Brunson against the Pelicans on Tuesday night. The two also discuss New York's defensive turnaround the last two months and assess the rest of the Eastern Conference. Later, Matt Spendley joins to go around the league and ask Ian some fan questions.

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SNY's Chelsea Sherrod catches up with SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley at Madison Square Garden after a convincing Knicks win over the Wizards.  Begley explained how the contributions of Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart were key to the victory and also broke down where the Knicks stand in the race for the No. 2 playoff seed in the Eastern Conference, including the status of the potential tiebreakers with the Boston Celtics.

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Karl-Anthony Towns dropped 26 points and grabbed 16 boards in the Knicks win over Washington but it was the team getting stops on defense that made the difference. Towns did praise Josh Hart for his confident three-point shooting, which allows them to space the floor effectively.

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