Knicks Media Day Quotes & Tweets
The best / most important quotes from members of the Knicks from today’s Media Day Session, along with analysis from reporters.
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The day started with an announcement that the Knicks had picked up Mike Woodson’s option for the 2014-2015 season.
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The Knicks announce they have picked up the option on Mike Woodson’s contract for the 2014-15 season.
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KOACH WUDSEN HAZ JOB SEKURITEEEEE
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Knicks pick up option on Mike Woodson. Don’t equate that with job security…just means Woodson gets a golden parachute if he’s fired.
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Woodson is 72-34 as Knicks coach.
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Knicks Media Day set to start with new president and GM Steve Mills speaking first.
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Steve Mills says his new job “came about suddenly.” When Dolan approached him, he thought he had the “skill set” to rebuild organization.
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Mills says he will be “leaning” on the personnel men such as Gabriel, Warkentien, Mark Hughes early on.
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Steve Mills: “Our goal is to a win a championship this year. We think we have a good chance to do that.”
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Mills on several occasions sys won’t address the unorthodox timing. Says that’s more a question for Dolan, who is not here.
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Mills on what James Dolan and he discussed: “Jim and I talked a lot about making this a place that people want to come play.”
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Steve Mills just confirmed that he is considering adding someone to work directly under him. Could be someone from within.
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Well, if you were hoping Steve Mills would clear up the Grunwald ouster, you’ll be left wanting. Maybe JR will clear it up.
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Mike Woodson begins to field questions
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Woodson said Knicks want Melo to stay, but they’re worried about this season, defending their Division title and competing for an NBA title.
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Mike Woodson said Amar’e Stoudemire had another “minor procedure” on his knee. He said he’s “rehabbing nicely.”
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Woodson on Glen: “I have nothing to do with that change. I wish him nothing but the best from the bottom of my heart.”
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The conversation turns to JR Smith’s suspension…
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Woodson says hopes to have J.R. back for the first game. Which means sixth game after five-game suspension.
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Woodson on J.R.’s suspension: “I don’t condone anything like that. J.R. knows he made a major mistake. Hopefully learning experience.”
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J.R. Smith: “I’m more disappointed because I let my teammates down more than anything. I let Mr. Dolan down.”
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Woodson on J.R.’s 5-game ban. “I’m sure he will apologize to this organization and his teammates b/c we’ve made a major commitment to him.”
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… and his knee
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J.R. Smith admits he waited until after he signed to have surgery because his first obligation was to take care of his family. More honesty
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