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Despite Knicks' Big Game 5 Win, Some Players Are Still in the Doghouse
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Despite Knicks' Big Game 5 Win, Some Players Are Still in the Doghouse

New York Knicks On SI·Isaiah De Los Santos·about 1 month ago
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The Knicks have retaken the momentum—and series lead— in their first round matchup against the Hawks. New York's now won back-to-back games in blowout fashion, giving Mike Brown and company plenty to feel good about after starting this matchup on a poor note. While Game 5 may be a turning point for this squad in the playoffs, not every player is in a great place with the team, even as they're on the cusp of advancing from a hard-fought series. Landry Shamet Landry Shamet's role off the bench has done a complete 180 in the postseason. After being a legitimate sixth man with 23 minutes a night in the regular season, New York was quickly forced to slash his playing time severely following an ugly Game 1 that saw him go 1-of-6 with three fouls. After the opener, Brown gave Shamet another chance with nine minutes in Game 2. Though that was a reduction, it was a way for the veteran to earn back some trust by making the most of any opportunity.…

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