New York Knicks Replace Jeremy Lin by Signing Raymond Felton?

Puzzling news reported today that the New York Knicks have signed Raymond Felton. Reports from ESPN say the Knicks will complete a sign and trade deal with the Portland Trail Blazers. The deal will bring point guard Raymond Felton and Kurt Thomas to New York in exchange for Dan Gadzuric and Jard Jeffreies.

The deal now gives the New York Knicks two former starting point guards on their roster in Felton and Jason Kidd. Where does Jeremy Lin fit into their plans. Well, with an offer sheet from the Houston Rockets set to expire Tuesday night, pershaps Jeremy Lin is no longer in the New York Knicks future plans.

Something does not sit right here. After all, the New York Knicks just named Jeremy Lin...

Houston Rockets Sign Jeremy Lin

Sources tell ESPN that Jeremy Lin has signed an offer sheet with the Houston Rockets, as expected. The new contract is reported to be $25 million for three years. The contract would break down as $5 million, $5.225 million, $14.8 million over the three years. 

The New York Knicks now have three days to match the offer signed by Lin and the Rockets, or Linsanity will leave New York. The large market team saw increases in attendance, merchandise, and television ratings when the undrafted Harvard University graduate became a star in the making.

If the New York Knicks match Jeremy Lin's contract offered by the Houston Rockets, it would give them four players all making over $14 million in the 2014-2015 season. Currently the Knicks have the following players signed for 2014-2015....

Did Jeremy Lin Win an ESPY Award?

New York Knicks starting point guard Jeremy Lin was nominated for his first ESPY Award. Lin even factored into host Rob Riggle’s opening monologue at Wednesday’s award show. Riggle joked, “What a heartwarming story, it’s so refreshing to see a young Asian kid graduate from Harvard, move to New York and make a ton of money.”

Jeremy Lin faced stiff competition from Robert Griffin III and Anthony Davis in the Best Breakthrough Athlete Award. Actress Jessica Biel and NFL quarterback presented the award for Best Breakthrough Athlete and the winner is…

Houston Rockets and New York Knicks Worried About Future, Jeremy Lin Worried About His Teeth

"my least favorite dream: the one where all my teeth keep falling out...if i get one more of these im wearing a mouthguard to bed" - Jeremy Lin (Facebook)

So on the beginning of free agency, one would expect Jeremy Lin to be worried about his future for the 2012-2013 season. Instead it appears Jeremy Lin has been having some weird dreams. Lin wrote the above phrase on his Facebook page shortly aftter 2pm EST.

The fact is that for the first time since he was in college at Harvard University, Lin doesn't

Jeremy Lin Hurt By New York Knicks Lack of Interest

Has all this free agency drama hur the New York Knicks relationship with point guard Jeremy Lin. A report out of ESPN today says Lin is upset that he hasn't been offered a contract by the New York Knicks. Lin is expected to sign an offer sheet with the Houston Rockets. The New York Knicks are expected to match the deal and keep Lin in New York.

It's hard to believe that Linsanity could be coming to an end in New York. I still believe the Knicks will match any deal given to Jeremy Lin by another team. I just hope the Knicks relationship with Jeremy Lin has not been compromised. With other

J.R. Smith Resigns With New York Knicks

Shooting guard J.R. Smith has been resigned by the New York Knicks. Smith was the go to shooting guard off the bench, replacing Landry Fields in games during the 2011-2012 season. With Fields now bolting for the Toronto Raptors, the Knicks decided to resign the former first round pick.

Smith played in 35 games last year after signing a deal with the Knicks. Prior to that he played in the Chinese Basketball Association for the Zheijang Golden Bulls. In China, Smith averaged 34.4 points per game in 36 minutes per contest. Smith posted 12.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game for the Knicks. The rebounds marked his second highest total, while the steals were a career high for Smith.

J.R. Smith started only one game for the Knicks in the 2011-2012 season. He will be heavily relied on during the 2012-2013 season and now makes up part of a starting five that includes...

Help Jeremy Lin Win an ESPN ESPY Award

Wednesday marks the beginning of NBA Free Agency signings. While many teams have come to agreements with players, nothing is offical until tomorrow. Sports channels will be covering the free agency deals extensively.

On Wednesday, we will likely hear that Jeremy Lin has offically signed...
an offer sheet with the Houston Rockets. The New York Knicks will then have a three day period to match the offer to retain Jeremy Lin. After watcing the free agency drama play out Wednesday morning and afternoon, you can tune into ESPN at 9pm to see if Jeremy Lin will take home an ESPY Award.

Two Jeremy Lin Teammates Named to USA Basketball Olympic Roster

Yesterday, the official announcement came for the USA Olympic Basketball Roster. New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony was named to his third US Olympic roster. Anthony has a bronze medal and gold medal for being part of the 2004 and 2008 US Olympic basketball teams. In London, he will be joined by New York Knicks teammate Tyson Chandler. The Official Roster Includes...

Jeremy Lin Set For a Big Raise in 2012-2013

Jeremy Lin made $762,195 during the 2011-2012 season. His first deal with the Golden State Warriors was for $473,604 in the 2010-2011 NBA season. With free agency fast approaching on Monday, the sure thing is Jeremy Lin is set for a big raise over the next couple of seasons.

Despite being undrafted and cut from several teams, more than five teams have pursued Jeremy Lin this offseason with millions of dollars. The most recent deal is from the Houston Rockets paying Jeremy Lin over $5 million each of the next two season and then over $10 million the two seaons following that.

Jason Kidd Comes to the Knicks to Win and Mentor Lin

Jason Kidd suffered career low numbers last year in Dallas. His points, assists, and minutes played all hit new lows. It appears Kidd could be headed for new low numbers in New York, but he is fully aware and comfortable with that.

In an interview with ESPN New York Radio (98.7), Kidd says he is comfortable with playing 20-25 minutes a game in a backup role. If the New York Knicks match the offer sheet given to Jeremy Lin by the Houston Rockets, Kidd would appear set to play the backup point guard role in New York.

Would a Jeremy Lin Departure Spell Doom for Madison Square Garden Shares

Madison Square Garden, the company that owns the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, and the Garden, is publicly traded on the stock exchange. Madison Square Garden, with symbol MSG, is up over 25% since February when Linsanity began. Linsanity has helped boost ticket sales, merchandise, and cable ratings. Jeremy Lin's ratings bump helped Madison Square Garden land a new deal with Time Warner, who had pulled the MSG channel from its lineup. In the article below, I point out why the New York Knicks won't let Jeremy Lin go, due to his playing ability and his marketability.

Could a Jeremy Lin Departure Spell Doom For Madison Square Garden?

New York Knicks Sign Jason Kidd

It appears that Jason Kidd turned his back on the Dallas Mavericks today to sign a deal to bring him to New York. The New York Knicks signed Jason Kidd to a multi year deal. The full financial terms will be released on Monday, when free agency officially begins for the National Basketball Association.

Jason Kidd leaves Dalls empty handed with losing him and failing to sign coveted free agent Deron Williams, who chose to stay with the Brooklyn Nets.