Knicks' Tom Thibodeau on rookie Ariel Hukporti: 'I like him a lot'
Ariel Hukporti has played sparingly with the New York Knicks, though the 58th pick in the NBA draft has impressed coach Tom Thibodeau with his on-court play to begin the season. Hukporti is averaging 1.
Ariel Hukporti brings 'energy' to shorthanded Knicks in win over Nets
Knicks rookie Ariel Hukporti had the best game of his young career, giving New York 30 quality minutes in their win over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night.
Knicks Rookie Impresses in Win Over Nets
When the New York Knicks selected Ariel Hukporti with the final pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, they probably weren't expecting him to have a big role early in the
Knicks, Ariel Hukporti agree on standard two-year deal
The New York Knicks and two-way center Ariel Hukporti have agreed on a standard two-year NBA contract, sources tell ESPN. The new deal for Hukporti includes a team option in
Knicks converting rookie center Ariel Hukporti from two-way to standard rookie contract
This move has as much to do with the Knicks salary cap situation as it does his play, but rookie center Ariel Hukporti will not care — he is getting a guaranteed NBA contract. The Knicks are converting Hukporti — the No.
Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns: Questionable to face Nets
Towns (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Nets. Towns missed Friday's win with a left knee contusion, and the star big man could be in danger of missing a second straight contest. Jericho Sims got the start Friday and might remain in the first unit if Towns is unable to suit up Sunday.
Ariel Hukporti gave Knicks glimpse of potential by helping replace Karl-Anthony Towns out of nowhere
A new piece to the Knicks’ puzzle emerged for the first time in Ariel Hukporti, who logged over 30 minutes Friday and scored his first seven points.
Knicks rookie Ariel Hukporti makes most of opportunity in win over Nets: ‘You guys saw just a glimpse of what he can do’
With Karl-Anthony Towns out nursing a knee injury, Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau started Jericho Sims at the five but quickly turned to Ariel Hukporti, the 58th and final pick in the 2024 NBA Draft who got his most extensive game action as a rookie in Friday’s victory over the Nets.
Knicks' Ariel Hukporti Earns Big Opportunity Against Nets
New York Knicks center Ariel Hukporti wasn't expected to get many minutes coming into the season. With Karl Anthony-Towns and Mitchell Robinson having been the projected starting and backup bigs, Hukporti was expected to be the fourth-string center behind that pair and Jericho Sims.
Knicks' Defensive Struggles Continue in Win Over Nets
The New York Knicks barely escaped the Brooklyn Nets in a 124-122 victory last night. New York defeated Brooklyn in its second NBA Cup game and is now 6-6 on th
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Pacome Dadiet and Ariel Hukporti are looking better than anticipated
Despite potentially four centers ahead of him on the depth chart, Ariel Hukporti has taken advantage of multiple injuries to ...
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Knicks’ Tom Thibodeau refusing to give rookie big man more playing time
It would appear that New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau is sticking with Jericho Sims as the backup center. Despite ...
Knicks Defend Continued Use of Jericho Sims
Jericho Sims appears to be establishing himself as a fixture in the New York Knicks' skyline. Despite rookie Ariel Hukporti ...
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How Ariel Hukporti, Matt Ryan contracts impact cap-strapped Knicks’ payroll
The Knicks made two roster moves over the weekend, signing sharpshooter Matt Ryan (no, not the former Atlanta Falcons ...
Knicks adding Matt Ryan, Ariel Hukporti before NBA roster deadline
The Knicks still need to fill out their roster to meet the NBA requirements and are making two expected moves.
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N.Y. Knicks 134, Washington 106
Percentages: FG .560, FT .923. 3-Point Goals: 20-40, .500 (Payne 5-6, Brunson 5-9, Towns 3-4, Dadiet 3-6, Hart 2-5, Kolek 1-2, Anunoby 1-4, Bridges 0-4). Team ...