O’Neal’s always had a large personality—big guy, big heart, big laughs. He loves putting on a show, whether it’s for the fans or just for fun.
But right now? Watching Lin Yi’s handle get faster and flashier with every bounce? Nah, Shaq wasn’t smiling anymore.
The man who o...
2025-05-10 14:28:36 +0000 UTC View PostThe Yao vs. Shaq duels?
Yeah, absolute classics—etched deep in every Chinese fan’s memory.
A lot of people, including some seasoned analysts, even believe Yao Ming packed on all that weight just to go toe-to-toe with the Big Diesel himself.
Back in those day...
2025-05-09 15:53:40 +0000 UTC View PostLin Yi clocked out after three quarters—again.
In the Knicks' 125-87 blowout over the Sixers, Lin Yi played just 30 minutes but went nuts: 8-of-13 on twos, 4-of-7 from deep, and 5-of-6 from the line for a career-high 33 points. He also racked up 9 rebounds, 6 assists, and...
2025-05-09 15:21:01 +0000 UTC View PostIguodala gave Dalembert a quick pat on the shoulder—poor guy was made into a highlight today. No shame in that... okay, maybe a little shame... okay, a lot of shame. That was rough.
The 76ers were back on offense. Jrue Holiday, still green from the '09 draft, was running point.
And ...
2025-05-08 15:52:39 +0000 UTC View PostOctober 31st, Evening — Madison Square Garden
After two straight away games to open the season, the Knicks were finally back at home. MSG was packed — you couldn’t squeeze a mosquito in.
Tonight’s opponent? The Philadelphia 76ers.
Before the game, Lin Yi...
2025-05-08 15:13:09 +0000 UTC View PostAfter getting back to New York from Charlotte on October 31, Lin Yi met up with Javier Stanford at Silvestri, a cozy Italian place in Manhattan.
The Knicks had a back-to-back that night against the Sixers, so Lin scheduled lunch early. He’d hit the training facility in the aftern...
2025-05-07 19:54:23 +0000 UTC View PostOn October 30th, the Knicks flew down to Charlotte with zero pressure on their shoulders. They were feeling good after their win over the Heat and now had to face the Bobcats—they haven't been called the Hornets yet.
Flying cross-country for back-to-back games is always a test of stamina,...
2025-05-07 15:36:26 +0000 UTC View PostThe Knicks just stunned everyone.
They kicked off the new season by crushing the Miami Heat 115–98 on the road, and Knicks fans? Yeah, they’re losing their minds.
I mean, c’mon—this is the Heat we’re talking about. One of the toughest playoff teams in the league. Meanwhile, ...
2025-05-06 15:35:57 +0000 UTC View PostThe Flash, Dwayne Wade was played like a man possessed in the first half—19 shots, 11 makes, 28 points.
And yet… the Heat were still down by 14. What the hell?
During halftime, Pat Riley stormed into the locker room like a man on fire. First thing he did? Slammed ...
2025-05-06 14:46:20 +0000 UTC View PostLin Yi only played six minutes in the first quarter before D'Antoni subbed him out.
In that short time, he racked up a solid stat line for a rookie: 2 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists. But those numbers didn’t tell the full story of his impact—he made the whole Knicks team look sharper...
2025-05-05 17:44:29 +0000 UTC View PostWade puffed up his cheeks. Body tensed like a coil with eyes of fire ready for the tip-off.
"Gotta give the rookie the NBA welcome," he muttered.
The ref held the ball out at center court at the American Airlines Arena.
Meanwhile, in China and New ...
2025-05-05 15:43:30 +0000 UTC View PostMiami, Florida. Sunny, humid, flashy—just like you'd imagine. The city sat right on Biscayne Bay, packed tight with people and energy, the second-largest in Florida and known as the Magic City in America.
And, of course, it was home to the Miami Heat.
But the Heat w...
2025-05-04 14:13:58 +0000 UTC View PostThe photos of Lin Yi and Elizabeth Olsen shopping together were quickly picked up by New York tabloids, courtesy of some relentless paparazzi. Suddenly, Lin Yi was the hottest name in town, and the gossip mill didn't want to miss a beat.
Lin Yi didn't react much when he saw the news. To him...
2025-05-04 13:16:27 +0000 UTC View Post“In other words… Nike gave in?” Lin Yi raised an eyebrow at his agent, Zhong Muchen.
Zhong Muchen nodded. “Yeah. They’re offering a 4-year deal worth $75 million. I pushed them, and this is their max. They’re not going any higher.”
Honestly, Nike really didn’t want to ...
2025-05-04 12:54:11 +0000 UTC View PostThe regular season hadn’t even started yet, and already the New York Knicks—and especially Lin Yi—were dominating headlines and fan chatter.
In their second preseason game, the Knicks went up against the Philadelphia 76ers. Lin Yi played 27 minutes and posted a solid line: 12 points, ...
2025-05-03 13:11:36 +0000 UTC View PostThe Knicks-Hawks preseason game didn’t just make headlines—it blew up.
The game got stopped for almost half an hour because of the chaos.
New York media, especially The New York Documentary, didn’t hold back. They praised Lin Yi’s NBA debut—“compo...
2025-05-03 12:50:14 +0000 UTC View PostAfter dragging the players apart, the three refs—Tony Blathers, Ken Moore, and Ed Malloy—headed over to the scorer’s table to check the replay footage.
No surprise there: Earl Barron and Ewing Jr were both hit with flagrant twos. Those punches? No way they were walking away from that ...
2025-05-02 14:50:39 +0000 UTC View PostWhen resentment takes root, you never know when it’ll bloom into something ugly.
Back from the timeout, the Hawks bricked a shot, and Lin Yi led the charge. Jeffries grabbed the board, and the Knicks were off on a fast break.
Lin Yi found himself open at the left 45. Catch. Rise. Re...
2025-05-02 14:28:08 +0000 UTC View PostThe Hawks still had bite.
With 5:37 left in the first quarter, the Knicks called their first timeout.
The scoreboard said 15–12. Just a three-point gap, but Atlanta had the edge.
Then came the substitution.
Coach D’Antoni pulled Lin Yi.
And the G...
2025-05-01 14:25:08 +0000 UTC View PostLin Yi chose to wear number 44 this season.
Before that, Coach D’Antoni asked if he wanted to wear number 23.
Lin Yi laughed it off.
“No way, Coach. That number’s been blown way out of proportion. If throwing on MJ’s jersey turned you into MJ, every guy in the league wou...
2025-05-01 13:09:04 +0000 UTC View PostAfter Lin Yi gave up the dunk to protect Harrington’s landing, the whole Knicks squad pretty much made up their minds:
This guy? He’s a brother..
Even the most stubborn vets, after seeing his performance and selflessness, started seeing him in a serious light for the upcoming seas...
2025-04-30 13:35:14 +0000 UTC View PostThump, thump, thump!
"I'm back! What's it gonna be this time?", said one fan.
The Knicks fans packed into the training gym stretched their necks, wide-eyed, practically begging to crawl into Lin Yi's body to see what he'd do next.
On defense, the Blues' team cen...
2025-04-30 13:05:24 +0000 UTC View PostAfter locking in the lineups, Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni leaned back in his chair, arms crossed, brows raised.
“How the hell are we supposed to lose this scrimmage?” he muttered.
Chris Duhon could defend decently, sure, but Tony Douglas only had a jump shot to his name.
Wils...
2025-04-29 12:56:42 +0000 UTC View PostIt was media day, which meant no real basketball—no drills, , no hard coaching and maybe a scrimmage. Just cameras, interviews, and checking in to see who actually kept up with their training over the summer.
At the Knicks' practice facility, Lin Yi spotted a familiar face—or rather, a ...
2025-04-29 12:52:17 +0000 UTC View PostWith Lin Yi's conversation skills and a bunch of college basketball stories, Elizabeth easily warmed up to him.
Turns out, Elizabeth was a total foodie. The moment she saw the coffee and caramel ice cream, her big beautiful eyes lit up like Christmas lights, although sh...
2025-04-28 13:09:23 +0000 UTC View PostClang!
Clang!
"God, can people not let others train?!"
"It's six in the freaking morning!"
"Ugh, where the hell is that noise coming from? My brain is ringing—I can't even train anymore. Feels like one of those large church bells in the ...
2025-04-28 12:01:35 +0000 UTC View PostIn a restaurant in Las Vegas, Lin Yi was busy stuffing his face with steak while trying to cheer Steph up.
"Bro, don’t overthink it. You and Pat? Different leagues. You are gonna be the greatest shooter," Lin said, talking with his mouth half full.
Steph poked at his food, with no a...
2025-04-27 13:05:04 +0000 UTC View PostOn the court, Stephen Curry pulled back on a dribble, shook free, and knocked down a three.
Bang!
The baby face gave Lin Yi a cheeky smile after the shot.
Oh, it is on.
Lin Yi thought while returning a smile of his own.
Lin grabbed Pat Ewing Jr. 2025-04-27 12:44:27 +0000 UTC View Post
It turns out Patrick Ewing Jr. was the son of the legendary Patrick Ewing. Lin Yi easily found that out from the coaching staff.
As a diehard fan of the NBA, how could Lin Yi not know about the great Patrick Ewing?
Patrick Ewing Sr.'s career was the stuff of legends....
2025-04-27 12:12:24 +0000 UTC View Post“Damn, your speed’s really good for your height”
That’s what the Knicks’ strength coach, Mark Duber, kept saying every time Lin Yi went through a workout.
Lin Yi’s body was straight-up crazy.
Barefoot height? 221 cm.
In shoes? 224 cm.
Wingspan? 235 cm.
Standing re...