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What makes this Mets pennant race stand out?
This season hasn't had the distinctive vibe compared to last year's uplifting journey that highlighted Grimace and “OMG.” Statistically, the New York Mets (62-45) have not been extraordinary, projected for a decent 93.9 wins
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"Did that actually occur?" Two decades on, Aaron Small's summer still feels like a story from a fairy tale
Aaron Small, once a journeyman pitcher, remains notable, standing tall at 6-foot-5, even 20 years after his incredible 11-week journey that led to an unbelievable 10-0 record
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The instances that transformed Max Fried into the star pitcher the Yankees require: 'An inner drive'
Rookie New York Yankees pitcher Max Fried hails from Encino, California, about 20 miles away from Dodger Stadium. He spent his youth watching Shawn Green and Eric Gagne, but he held a deep admiration for an older gentleman from Brooklyn who retired nearly 30 years before Fried's birth
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Mount Postmore: The greatest New York basketball players of all time, voted by our experts
The New York Post voted on the best basketball players from the Knicks, Nets, Liberty and St. John's.
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Why the Pacers confront an unprecedented NBA Finals test after dashing the Knicks' hopes
It's understandable if it's hard to muster enthusiasm for the NBA Finals after witnessing the New York Knicks lose to a long-time adversary with a new antagonist, Tyrese Haliburton, in a series where they were the expected winners. Many casual fans might find it challenging when they see the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers and are tempted to grab the remote
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Why Game 2 will test what these Knicks can really do
The New York Knicks have much to fix from Game 1 to pull an even bigger upset over the Boston Celtics in Game 2 Wednesday night.
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Can the Knicks and Celtics match the excitement of Jalen Brunson's memorable first-round game-winner?
Fueled by Jalen Brunson's exceptional performance—scoring 40 points and sinking an unforgettable tie-breaking 3-pointer with just 4.3 seconds left—the New York Knicks secured a thrilling 116-113 victory in Game 6 against Detroit, clinching their first-round playoff series and paving the way for a conference semifinal matchup with the reigning champion Boston Celtics
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The impact of trades, pressure on coaches, and legendary final performances that will shape the NBA playoffs
As the New York Knicks kick off their first-round series against the Detroit Pistons this Saturday, the spotlight will be on Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges. Here’s a glance at a few other major narratives for the 2025 NBA playoffs
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Knicks vow they’re not looking past Nets in season finale
Knicks say their mind is only on the Nets in their season finale and then they will turn their focus to the playoffs.
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Tom Thibodeau granting crucial rest days to Knicks players as the season winds down
Over the last two games, the Knicks have been as well-stocked and fit as they've been all season. Tom Thibodeau is determined to keep it that way
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On the 'Rebound': Basketball brought a sense of normalcy to the Yeshiva team following the Hamas attacks
Roy Itcovichi was sleeping as the horror unfolded just about an hour away. ... Zevi Samet was on a call, while his family stayed in a bomb shelter
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Kristaps Porzingis offers the Knicks a harsh reminder of what they’re lacking
It was exactly what the Garden imagined—but in green and white
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2025 March Madness Final Four predictions: Duke vs. Houston, Florida vs. Auburn
Howie Hoops predicts the two favorites, Duke and Florida, will win and cover in their Final Four matchups and advance to the national title game.
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Key players of the most packed Final Four you could imagine
The four teams, Duke, Florida, Auburn, and Houston, are the second group of top seeds to make it to the Final Four together at the same tournament, creating rare showdowns between powerhouses on the season's final weekend
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Predictions for the 2025 March Madness Elite Eight: Michigan State takes on Auburn, while Tennessee faces off against Houston
The Post's Howie Kussoy shares his selections for Sunday's Elite 8 matchups in the NCAA Tournament
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Predictions for the 2025 March Madness Elite Eight: Alabama versus Duke, and Florida versus Texas Tech
Howie Kussoy from The Post shares his selections for Saturday's NCAA Tournament Elite 8 matchups
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Kevin Young, a one-time top NBA assistant coach, has resurrected BYU basketball
Kevin Young, a Utah native and member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, brought the pros to Provo and it's paying off for BYU.
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2025 March Madness Round Two Predictions: St. John's vs. Arkansas, Tennessee vs. UCLA
Howie Kussoy from The Post shares his selections for Saturday's Second Round matchups, featuring St. John's against Arkansas
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The highest-ranked teams facing the most risk on the first day of the NCAA Tournament
When the Final Four comes around, most Americans find themselves in the same situation, their NCAA Tournament brackets in ruins, a relic mocking their predictions and gut feelings. Today marks the start of the chaos, as the true beginning of the most exciting postseason in sports takes off
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Predictions for the 2025 March Madness First Four: North Carolina takes on San Diego State, while Alabama State faces off against St. Francis
The Post's Howie Kussoy shares his predictions for Tuesday's initial four matchups, featuring North Carolina against San Diego
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College basketball tournament predictions, picks, odds Sunday: Tennessee vs. Florida
The Big Ten holds the last championship game before the brackets are released, making the final minutes of the event feel like it stands in the way of what the nation is waiting to see.
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Why Rick Pitino is the perfect coach to keep squeezing the most out of this improbable St. John’s season
Rick Pitino, one of the greatest coaches in the history of the sport has elevated his legacy again over the past two months, bringing big-time college basketball back to New York for the first time in generations, with a hard-working, throwback St. John's squad that’s far greater than the sum of its parts.
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What St. John's can demonstrate in a game that has been 26 years in the works
Starting its most successful season in almost forty years, Rick Pitino's St. John's men's basketball team finally has the chance to showcase its potential tonight against Shaka Smart's No. 11 Marquette at Madison Square Garden
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What makes the Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen rivalry the top and most unusual one in the NFL
The time machine is programmed for Sunday in Kansas City. This weekend's showdown is the one we'll remember in the years to come
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Ohio State vs. Notre Dame odds, prediction: College Football National Championship pick
Ohio State faces Notre Dame in the college football national championship and The Post's Doug Kezirian is predicting a close game on Monday.
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