With Christian sidelined, James Edwards III, Knicks beat reporter for The Athletic, joins Barry and Blandy to take the current temperature of the Knicks. They talk KAT, Mike Brown, the Knicks roster, NBA arenas, and Barry’s embarrassing IG algorithm. Blanderson delivers his weekly ‘Around the NBA’, and the trio get serenaded by Ralph. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Barry and Blandy gush over the Jose Alvarado acquisition. They mention Jeremy Sochan too (but don't expect as much excitement). Is Brunson playing smart or just dumb hero ball?  The Knicks are 35-20 which may have sealed their fate in missing out on a ring this year. Hear why!  As always, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper" and YOUR voicemails! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Knicks are tracking upward since their 2-9 stretch and have hit on something that has led them to 6 straight wins. The guys discuss what that “something” might be and if it’ll be sustainable for a championship run. They talk KAT, Shamet, OG, Mike Brown, and how they have all played a significant part in the team’s turnaround. Also on tap: the Ralph of yesteryear returns, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper", Barry’s close call, and more! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blandy and Christian host the latest HKL episode without Barry, due to Snowmageddon. They discuss the last three Knicks games against the Kings, 76ers, and the Nets, and whether KAT should be put on the trading block. After listening to voicemails, including one from a longtime absent listener, Jason discusses the trials and tribulations of having a boomer parent. This is an episode everyone will have on repeat. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jonathan Macri from Knicks Film School returns to HKL to talk about the worst Knicks stretch in years. They talk about possible reasons and possible solutions…A LOT of KAT talk!…does a trade exist? Voicemails, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper" and more! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First time guest Doug Berns, aka DugLust, joins the crew as they talk about his craft, his journey, his process, and his fandom. They also talk about the return of Josh Hart, the starting line-up, Mike Brown’s coaching, and possible trades. And as always, voicemails, and "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper!" Follow Doug on X and Instagram @duglust Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s been 5 games since the last pod, so the boys discuss what was in the water during the Knicks four game skid. They talk about the win over the Clippers that snapped the streak as well as Karl Anthony Towns and his performance. Blanderson has a message, Cade vs Brunson vs Maxey, Applebees and more! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

James Edwards III from The Athletic stops by for some shenanigans and to talk about the exciting play of the Knicks.  The White Elephant Party is discussed, with the actions of Barry's wife one again being put under a microscope, and the pod has to end so Christian can go eat dinner. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys talk about the NBA-Cup-Champion-Era-Knicks and how they’ve handled the games that followed their victorious run in Vegas. Brunson’s continued heroics, McBride’s absence, Robinson’s free throw streak, and Kolek’s growth are just a few of the topics that get discussed. And cookie talk. Lots of cookie talk. This quite possibly could be the greatest podcast ever recorded in history. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A day removed from the NBA Emirates Cup Final, Barry, Blandy, and Christian rehash the merits of the in-season tournament and the value of winning the cup.  They discuss Brunson’s class, Clarkson’s glimmer, and Kolek’s balls.  They also weigh in on the ridiculous banner controversy, and Blandy is about to be in cookie heaven.   Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Knicks find themselves in the Emirates Cup Final Four, and the boys talk about their expectations as well as review the Toronto quarterfinal game that got them there.   Barry's grasp of the English language, or lack thereof, is also a topic of conversation. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.