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Knicks Bulletin: ‘At the end of the day, everybody has a short-term memory’

New York will watch the Knicks play basketball inside the Garden for the first time since they waved them goodbye after the Game 4 win over the Spurs and before they hoisted the Larry O’B back in Texas. The MSG…

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 3:03 PM
Knicks Bulletin: ‘At the end of the day, everybody has a short-term memory’
Key Things to Know
  • Mike Brown warned the Knicks that past championship success is quickly forgotten and demanded greater practice intensity.
  • Brown stated that core players Brunson, Bridges, Anunoby, Towns, and Hart will play, while others must earn minutes.
  • Mikal Bridges welcomed Brown holding players accountable and noted that fan expectations push him to improve.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Knicks head coach Mike Brown warned that the team must avoid complacency following their championship run, noting that "everybody has a short-term memory" when it comes to past success. Brown challenged the roster during practice, stating that while core players Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Josh Hart are locked into playing time, the rest of the squad must actively compete for minutes and roster spots.

Mikal Bridges supported Brown's approach, acknowledging that holding the team accountable helps prevent complacency and keeps them focused on improving. Bridges also addressed public scrutiny and his relationship with Knicks fans, emphasizing that high expectations push him to perform better.

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