Jonathan Macri
@jonathanmacri.bsky.social
Dean of Knicks Film School. Girl Dad. Recovering lawyer. Words: knicksfilmschool.substack.com
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Jonathan Macri
@jonathanmacri.bsky.social
· Dec 29
I’ve run out of stuff to say about Jalen Brunson.
Born leader. Unflappable. Fearless. Rises to every moment.
More than anything, the dude just hates to lose. Will do everything in his power to prevent it. Wasn’t pissed off he had to don the cape against the freaking Wizards. Just did the job.
🏆
Born leader. Unflappable. Fearless. Rises to every moment.
More than anything, the dude just hates to lose. Will do everything in his power to prevent it. Wasn’t pissed off he had to don the cape against the freaking Wizards. Just did the job.
🏆
June 30, 2019 still seems like yesterday to me.
Which is what made last night at the Garden that much more enjoyable.
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Which is what made last night at the Garden that much more enjoyable.
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Picking on the Weak
In a game that wasn't close to a fair fight, the Knicks showed just how far they've come.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:55 PM
June 30, 2019 still seems like yesterday to me.
Which is what made last night at the Garden that much more enjoyable.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/picking-on...
Which is what made last night at the Garden that much more enjoyable.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/picking-on...
It's never too early to dive into some stats.
After 8 games, I took a look at all the notable numbers for the Knicks across the board, including a few that might surprise you.
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After 8 games, I took a look at all the notable numbers for the Knicks across the board, including a few that might surprise you.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/10th-of-th...
November 7, 2025 at 12:34 PM
It's never too early to dive into some stats.
After 8 games, I took a look at all the notable numbers for the Knicks across the board, including a few that might surprise you.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/10th-of-th...
After 8 games, I took a look at all the notable numbers for the Knicks across the board, including a few that might surprise you.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/10th-of-th...
Wrote about the Knicks' shot distribution today, and how for all the talk about a more equal opportunity offense, things have actually gone in the other direction.
So why does it still look so much better?
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So why does it still look so much better?
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/knicks-sho...
Knicks Shot Diet Analysis
Let's take a look at how New York's shot numbers compare to last season and whether the current status quo is the correct one.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Wrote about the Knicks' shot distribution today, and how for all the talk about a more equal opportunity offense, things have actually gone in the other direction.
So why does it still look so much better?
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/knicks-sho...
So why does it still look so much better?
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/knicks-sho...
Because why not, yesterday I went back and rewatched all of KAT's 2PA's from the 2025 postseason to try and figure out how to get him back on track.
Here's what I found:
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/more-than-...
Here's what I found:
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More Than Capable?
What can KAT do to get back on track? The answer may surprise you.
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October 30, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Because why not, yesterday I went back and rewatched all of KAT's 2PA's from the 2025 postseason to try and figure out how to get him back on track.
Here's what I found:
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/more-than-...
Here's what I found:
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/more-than-...
For the better part of a decade, we’ve been wondering which coach & roster would finally and fully unlock Karl-Anthony Towns.
What if we’re asking the wrong questions?
My thoughts on a frustrating night in Milwaukee…
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What if we’re asking the wrong questions?
My thoughts on a frustrating night in Milwaukee…
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
Definition of Insanity
We're in year 10, and the same questions persist.
open.substack.com
October 29, 2025 at 1:47 PM
For the better part of a decade, we’ve been wondering which coach & roster would finally and fully unlock Karl-Anthony Towns.
What if we’re asking the wrong questions?
My thoughts on a frustrating night in Milwaukee…
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
What if we’re asking the wrong questions?
My thoughts on a frustrating night in Milwaukee…
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
The Knicks are taking a ton of threes.
Is that a good thing? That depends on who you ask.
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Is that a good thing? That depends on who you ask.
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How Many Is Too Many?
A look at the standout number from New York's 2-1 start.
open.substack.com
October 28, 2025 at 12:45 PM
The Knicks are taking a ton of threes.
Is that a good thing? That depends on who you ask.
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
Is that a good thing? That depends on who you ask.
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
Opening Night is always one of my favorite newsletters to write, and this Knicks season opener is even more special than most.
Even with the injuries, I explain why the start of this journey is unique, and just what is at stake in the months ahead.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/already-ba...
Even with the injuries, I explain why the start of this journey is unique, and just what is at stake in the months ahead.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/already-ba...
Already Banged Up
The Knicks tip off opening night with some key injuries. Plus, my thoughts on what's on the line this season.
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October 22, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Opening Night is always one of my favorite newsletters to write, and this Knicks season opener is even more special than most.
Even with the injuries, I explain why the start of this journey is unique, and just what is at stake in the months ahead.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/already-ba...
Even with the injuries, I explain why the start of this journey is unique, and just what is at stake in the months ahead.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/already-ba...
This convo was a blast. Really appreciate @mikevorkunov.bsky.social for having me and everyone should subscribe to this show, he’s so good at what he does.
How do you turn fandom into a business?
I talked to @jonathanmacri.bsky.social about how he built Knicks Film School into a full-time job and what it says about sports media.
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I talked to @jonathanmacri.bsky.social about how he built Knicks Film School into a full-time job and what it says about sports media.
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October 14, 2025 at 1:12 PM
This convo was a blast. Really appreciate @mikevorkunov.bsky.social for having me and everyone should subscribe to this show, he’s so good at what he does.
Wrote a whole lot about the Giannis / Knicks story, focusing on how we got here, where this is likely to go, why the Knicks are wise to keep barking up this tree, and how they could actually land the plane.
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A Murmur in Milwaukee
The Knicks and Bucks discussed a Giannis trade this summer. Here's what we should make of it.
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October 8, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Wrote a whole lot about the Giannis / Knicks story, focusing on how we got here, where this is likely to go, why the Knicks are wise to keep barking up this tree, and how they could actually land the plane.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/a-murmur-i...
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/giannis-tr...
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/a-murmur-i...
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/giannis-tr...
Because I'm a glutton for punishment, I dove into the Knicks' player rankings on ESPN's NBA 100 and decided whether they were too high, too low, or just right.
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ESPN Top 100 Reaction
6 Knicks made the list. Do any of them have a legit gripe about being too low? Plus some new quotes from Mike Brown and Josh Hart.
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October 1, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Because I'm a glutton for punishment, I dove into the Knicks' player rankings on ESPN's NBA 100 and decided whether they were too high, too low, or just right.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/espn-top-1...
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/espn-top-1...
In honor of “One Battle After Another” - a perfect movie by my estimation - I wrote about the Knicks biggest imperfection and how they fix it.
Plus, some thoughts on the early immaculate vibes of camp.
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
Plus, some thoughts on the early immaculate vibes of camp.
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
Different vibes
Knicks training camp has a very different feel after two days. Plus, what is New York's biggest weakness?
open.substack.com
September 27, 2025 at 8:51 PM
In honor of “One Battle After Another” - a perfect movie by my estimation - I wrote about the Knicks biggest imperfection and how they fix it.
Plus, some thoughts on the early immaculate vibes of camp.
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
Plus, some thoughts on the early immaculate vibes of camp.
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
Went into the vibe shift we’ve seen early in Knicks camp, plus some thoughts on how New York’s biggest flaw last year was their inability to accentuate their greatest strength (and how Mike Brown has talked about fixing it)
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
Different vibes
Knicks training camp has a very different feel after two days. Plus, what is New York's biggest weakness?
open.substack.com
September 26, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Went into the vibe shift we’ve seen early in Knicks camp, plus some thoughts on how New York’s biggest flaw last year was their inability to accentuate their greatest strength (and how Mike Brown has talked about fixing it)
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
Well, it's (un)officially a new NBA season, so why not commit to getting back involved on here?
Let's start with today's KFS Newsletter, where I have overreactions, under-reactions and appropriate reactions to all things Knicks media day.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/knicks-med...
Let's start with today's KFS Newsletter, where I have overreactions, under-reactions and appropriate reactions to all things Knicks media day.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/knicks-med...
Knicks Media Day: Overreactions vs Under-reactions
Let's have a little fun.
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September 24, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Well, it's (un)officially a new NBA season, so why not commit to getting back involved on here?
Let's start with today's KFS Newsletter, where I have overreactions, under-reactions and appropriate reactions to all things Knicks media day.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/knicks-med...
Let's start with today's KFS Newsletter, where I have overreactions, under-reactions and appropriate reactions to all things Knicks media day.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/knicks-med...
Some thoughts on ex-Knicks Head Coach Tom Thibodeau…
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open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
BREAKING: Tom Thibodeau Out as Knicks HC
Some thoughts on my head coach.
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June 3, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Some thoughts on ex-Knicks Head Coach Tom Thibodeau…
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
open.substack.com/pub/knicksfi...
Really good stuff from @jadubin5.bsky.social here, particularly the deep dive into potential matchups and the ramifications that come with all the possible outcomes.
3️⃣ Things I'm Watching in the ECF
😣 The Pacers, with pressure
👬 The Knicks, with two bigs
⚔️ Nesmith and Hart, cross-matches and chaos
The Pacers used backcourt pressure on more than 40 poss/game in last year's series. How does NY respond this year?
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😣 The Pacers, with pressure
👬 The Knicks, with two bigs
⚔️ Nesmith and Hart, cross-matches and chaos
The Pacers used backcourt pressure on more than 40 poss/game in last year's series. How does NY respond this year?
www.lastnightinbasketball.com/three-things...
Three Things I'm Watching in the Eastern Conference Finals
What to look out for at the Knicks take on the Pacers
www.lastnightinbasketball.com
May 21, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Really good stuff from @jadubin5.bsky.social here, particularly the deep dive into potential matchups and the ramifications that come with all the possible outcomes.
Might just have to reread my favorite sports book in recent memory before Wednesday.
With there being some downtime between now and the start of the Pacers series, I’m gonna be that person and plug my book on 1990s Knicks, which has the entire backstory of how the Pacers and Knicks became such bitter rivals during that era www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1982...
Blood in the Garden: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks
Blood in the Garden: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks [Herring, Chris] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Blood in the Garden: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks
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May 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Might just have to reread my favorite sports book in recent memory before Wednesday.
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New Yorkers today.
May 17, 2025 at 6:05 PM
New Yorkers today.
For whatever it is worth, I did not need to see this series to know that Indiana is very, very for real. Petrifying team.
May 14, 2025 at 1:48 AM
For whatever it is worth, I did not need to see this series to know that Indiana is very, very for real. Petrifying team.
A few minutes into the second, the Bucks have to be…kinda thrilled this is a 7-point game?
April 19, 2025 at 5:48 PM
A few minutes into the second, the Bucks have to be…kinda thrilled this is a 7-point game?
OG Anunoby is making a leap. That much we know.
How is he doing it? I went through all of his made field goals from the last 10 games to find out.
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How is he doing it? I went through all of his made field goals from the last 10 games to find out.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/the-og-anu...
The OG Anunoby Leap: a Deep Dive
Let's get into the weeds on exactly what we've been seeing over the last six weeks.
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April 8, 2025 at 12:23 PM
OG Anunoby is making a leap. That much we know.
How is he doing it? I went through all of his made field goals from the last 10 games to find out.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/the-og-anu...
How is he doing it? I went through all of his made field goals from the last 10 games to find out.
knicksfilmschool.substack.com/p/the-og-anu...
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TONIGHT…
NYK vs POR | 6pm EST | Madison Square Garden
Join @jonathanmacri.bsky.social LIVE after the game for a full recap on the KFS Postgame Show!
TUNE IN: buff.ly/n7DL7rW
NYK vs POR | 6pm EST | Madison Square Garden
Join @jonathanmacri.bsky.social LIVE after the game for a full recap on the KFS Postgame Show!
TUNE IN: buff.ly/n7DL7rW
March 30, 2025 at 9:00 PM
TONIGHT…
NYK vs POR | 6pm EST | Madison Square Garden
Join @jonathanmacri.bsky.social LIVE after the game for a full recap on the KFS Postgame Show!
TUNE IN: buff.ly/n7DL7rW
NYK vs POR | 6pm EST | Madison Square Garden
Join @jonathanmacri.bsky.social LIVE after the game for a full recap on the KFS Postgame Show!
TUNE IN: buff.ly/n7DL7rW
Halftime: 60-49 Knicks over Bucks.
Opportunistic half for New York. Took advantage of everything Milwaukee gave them. Nice to see Mitch back in form. Great Delon Wright revenge game so far.
And maybe most importantly, as aggressive as we’ve seen Mikal Bridges as a Knick.
Opportunistic half for New York. Took advantage of everything Milwaukee gave them. Nice to see Mitch back in form. Great Delon Wright revenge game so far.
And maybe most importantly, as aggressive as we’ve seen Mikal Bridges as a Knick.
March 29, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Halftime: 60-49 Knicks over Bucks.
Opportunistic half for New York. Took advantage of everything Milwaukee gave them. Nice to see Mitch back in form. Great Delon Wright revenge game so far.
And maybe most importantly, as aggressive as we’ve seen Mikal Bridges as a Knick.
Opportunistic half for New York. Took advantage of everything Milwaukee gave them. Nice to see Mitch back in form. Great Delon Wright revenge game so far.
And maybe most importantly, as aggressive as we’ve seen Mikal Bridges as a Knick.
It’s always an absolute pleasure to talk hoops with @herringnba.bsky.social.
Got into big and small picture Knicks stuff before reliving our “where we were” when the Luka news broke.
Oh, and I give Chris life advice.
LISTEN: open.spotify.com/episode/5ksv...
WATCH: youtu.be/qulTgKOKGdQ
Got into big and small picture Knicks stuff before reliving our “where we were” when the Luka news broke.
Oh, and I give Chris life advice.
LISTEN: open.spotify.com/episode/5ksv...
WATCH: youtu.be/qulTgKOKGdQ
March 28, 2025 at 5:11 PM
It’s always an absolute pleasure to talk hoops with @herringnba.bsky.social.
Got into big and small picture Knicks stuff before reliving our “where we were” when the Luka news broke.
Oh, and I give Chris life advice.
LISTEN: open.spotify.com/episode/5ksv...
WATCH: youtu.be/qulTgKOKGdQ
Got into big and small picture Knicks stuff before reliving our “where we were” when the Luka news broke.
Oh, and I give Chris life advice.
LISTEN: open.spotify.com/episode/5ksv...
WATCH: youtu.be/qulTgKOKGdQ