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About Dylan Backer

Dylan Backer is the Senior Content Producer for ESM. He is 23 years old and is from Royal Palm Beach, Florida. Dylan graduated from Florida Atlantic University in 2024 and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Multimedia Journalism. Dylan primarily covers the Knicks, Yankees, and Giants while also covering general news in the NBA and MLB. Dylan is also the host of Fireside Knicks and has appeared on Fireside Yankees.

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Jan 25, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) celebrates during a timeout called by the Sacramento Kings in the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
2025-08-29

Knicks get praised for signing an eventual superstar

When the New York Knicks signed Jalen Brunson to a four-year, $104 million deal back in the 2022 offseason, many…
Malcolm Brogdon, knicks
2025-08-29

Knicks are targeting former 6MOY award winner in free agency

The New York Knicks still have a roster spot to fill with about a month until the start of training…
NBA: Playoffs-Indiana Pacers at New York Knicks, miles mcbride
2025-08-28

Knicks swap pesky defensive guards with Kings in mock trade

The New York Knicks likely have their roster set for the 2025-26 season, but as last summer showed, a late…
NCAA Womens Basketball: Final Four National Semifinal-South Carolina at Texas
2025-08-28

Knicks: NCAA Champion coach believes she blew her chance at landing head coaching gig

The New York Knicks underwent a month-long head coaching search after firing Tom Thibodeau, eventually landing on Mike Brown as…
Nov 29, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau in a time out during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images
2025-08-28

Clippers coach thinks Knicks were ‘crazy’ for firing Tom Thibodeau

In what was a shock to the entire basketball world, the New York Knicks fired head coach Tom Thibodeau in…
WNBA: Seattle Storm at Golden State Valkyries
2025-08-27

Legendary NCAA coach says she would have taken the Knicks head coaching job

The New York Knicks went through a rigorous process to find a new head coach after they fired Tom Thibodeau…
Jan 29, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) argues with referee Rodney Mott (71) after being called for a technical foul during the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
2025-08-27

Knicks’ mock trade has glue guy get dealt to Rockets for young intriguing forward

The New York Knicks’ roster for the 2025-26 season is likely set. They have yet to make a trade this…
NBA: Playoffs-New York Knicks at Detroit Pistons, malik beasley
2025-08-27

3 other playoff teams join Knicks in pursuit of elite sharpshooter

The New York Knicks have been linked to free agent Malik Beasley since he was cleared from a federal gambling…
Oct 28, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images
2025-08-26

Knicks: Monster trade proposal sends two-time MVP to New York

If Giannis Antetokounmpo becomes formally available on the trade market, the New York Knicks are expected to be all over…
NBA: Dallas Mavericks at Los Angeles Clippers, knicks, ben simmons
2025-08-26

Knicks are less likely to land former No. 1 overall pick in free agency

The New York Knicks have been linked to free agent and former No. 1 overall pick Ben Simmons all offseason.…

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