State of the East: Knicks title defense, Duren drama & Philly’s upside with Jonathan Macri

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Kevin O'Connor & Jonathan Macri break down the Knicks’ championship outlook, Detroit’s Jalen Duren contract standoff and the shifting power in the Eastern Conference. They highlight the Knicks' standing after Mitchell Robinson’s move to Boston, how Andre Drummond could fill in and whether Karl-Anthony Towns’ contract extension is a big deal or just business as usual.

Later, they break down which teams are the biggest threats to New York, including the Pacers, Sixers and Raptors.

(0:55) Jalen Duren drama continues

(11:12) Karl-Anthony Towns contract stalemate

(16:42) How will the Knicks replace Robinson?

(21:48) Brunson & Knicks appearance on SNL

(31:34) Biggest threats to the Knicks in the Eastern Conference?

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE -- Episode 1905 -- Pictured: (l-r) Mikal Bridges, Karl-Anthony Towns, host Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, and Josh Hart of the Knicks during the monologue on Saturday, September 26, 2026 -- (Photo by: Will Heath/NBC via Getty Images)Will Heath

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