Pope of Basketball.

Summary

. On October 7th, the Knicks began their preseason with a victory over the Chicago Bulls, winning 89 to 77. The Bulls struggled without Pi Peng, with Jordan shooting under 40% and scoring only 19 points, leading to frustration among fans and management regarding Pi Peng's contract situation. Despite rumors of rising player salaries, Pi Peng refused to sign a short-term deal due to concerns about injury and security. The Knicks also faced challenges, with poor offensive coordination and reliance on one-on-one plays. After a two-day break, the Knicks lost to the Heat, leading to a three-game losing streak. They managed to defeat the Rockets but continued to struggle against the Suns and Lakers, resulting in a preseason record of 2 wins and 5 losses, despite having the second-highest payroll in the league. .

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