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Mike Francesa criticizes media coverage of Knicks' playoff run

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 7:40 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Mike Francesa criticizes media coverage of Knicks' playoff run

Summary

Mike Francesa expressed dissatisfaction with the New York media's coverage of the Knicks during their playoff run. He described local news reporters as lacking basic basketball knowledge and mishandling facts, such as final game scores. Francesa emphasized the need for better representation in sports reporting, highlighting a decline in dedicated sports anchors. He pointed out that MSG Networks has been providing strong pre and postgame coverage amid these issues. Francesa has also added his own postgame show for Knicks' playoff games.

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By the Numbers

•Francesa claims media fails to cover Knicks accurately.
•He criticizes reporters for lacking basketball knowledge.
•Francesa highlights mistakes with game scores on local news.
•MSG Networks provides strong playoff coverage for fans.
•Francesa hosts his own postgame show during the playoffs.

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7:40 PMYahoo Sports — Mike Francesa rips New York media’s coverage of the Knicks: ‘You gotta do better’

What they're saying

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The Knicks are captivating New York, but Mike Francesa doesn’t believe the New York media is returning the favor by doing the Knicks much justice. New York is divided when it comes to the Jets and Giants, they’re split on the Mets and Yankees, and even the Rangers and Islanders. The Brooklyn Nets have their…
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