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Bring on the Cavs w/ Roy Trakin

Two in the Key

Release Date: 04/11/2023

The OG Anunoby Effect show art The OG Anunoby Effect

Two in the Key

Mark and Keith weigh in on the blockbuster trade that moved RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley, and a second round pick from the New York Knicks to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for OG Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa, and Malachi Flynn. Then our hosts discuss Isaiah Hartenstein's impact post-Mitchell Robinson injury as well as the Knickerbocker's current win streak. And finally, Keith tries to stump Mark once again with some Knicks trivia. 

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The Taj Gibson Eras Tour w/ Roy Trakin show art The Taj Gibson Eras Tour w/ Roy Trakin

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Mark and Keith welcome back returning champion, pop culture pundit, rock critic vet, Noo Yawker exiled in L.A. since '85 - Roy Trakin. It's a deep dive into the current status of the Knicks post-Mitchell Robinson surgery and an attempt to figure out what the right moves going forward are for the Orange and Blue. A brutal road trip is currently underway. Can the New York Knicks salvage a few wins and stay above .500? And it goes without saying, throw your hands up in the air... the return of Taj Gibson. 

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Going for the Juggler w/ Marcus Monroe show art Going for the Juggler w/ Marcus Monroe

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Mark and Keith welcome back returning TITK Champion, world renowened comedian, and official Milwaukee Bucks juggler Marcus Monroe to talk about the upcoming NBA In-Season Tournament tilt between the New York Knicks and the aforementioned team from Wisconsin. A humiliating forthcoming sketch wager is made within a beautiful discussion about Monroe's experiences working for the team performing both on and off the court. Mark and Keith also discuss what has been both gained and lost when Obi Toppin was sent to Indiana and replaced by Donte Divincenzo. And finally, Keith "wows" us with some of his...

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Knicks In-Season Tournament Advancement show art Knicks In-Season Tournament Advancement

Two in the Key

Mark and Keith join forces yet again to talk New York Knicks basketball. This time the focus lies on the NBA In-Season Tournament. By beating the Charlotte Hornets, the Knickerbockers advance to the single elimination round in yet another face-off against the Milwaukee Bucks. Will the Knicks be Buck Hunters or with the Bucks be 'Bocker Blockers?  

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What the buzz is up with the Hornets w/ Sam Dracula show art What the buzz is up with the Hornets w/ Sam Dracula

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Mark and Keith welcome back 3-time TITK champion Sam Dracula to discuss all things Charlotte Hornets including the state of the team, new ownership, and that dreaded playoff drought that currently is the longest in the NBA. Also, our hosts weigh in on Randle's resurgence and Keith tries to strike down Mark with more Knicks trivia.

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Knicks Fans Fly Off the Randle show art Knicks Fans Fly Off the Randle

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Hosts Mark and Keith take some time to micro-rant about the NBA's in-season tournament courts, cryptic e-mails asking the fans to buy tickets to a "mystery game," and of course Julius Randle's indefensible start to the Knicks campaign. And like your favorite comfort food, Knicks trivia is in the mix as Keith tries yet again to stump Mark. 

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Knicks and Cavs Budding Rivalry w/ Evan Dammarell show art Knicks and Cavs Budding Rivalry w/ Evan Dammarell

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Hosts Mark and Keith welcome in Evan Dammarell from Locked on Cavs and Right Down Euclid to talk about the upcoming back-to-back home and away matchup between the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers this week as well as the early injury concerns out in Believeland. They also debate who will get their jersey retired first, Kevin Love or Carmelo Anthony. And we find out who Dammarell wants to posterize. Finally, Keith tries to stump Mark with some opponent trivia to see where his loyalties really lie. 

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NBA's Eastern Conference Pecking Order w/ Kris Pursiainen show art NBA's Eastern Conference Pecking Order w/ Kris Pursiainen

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Hosts Mark and Keith welcome back Kris Pursiainen, Knicks beat reporter for WFUV, Co-host of the pod All Things NBA, and also from Knicks Film School. They break down the NBA's Eastern Conference, discuss who's progressed and who's regressed, and of course where the New York Knicks will finish. And Keith tries yet again to stump Mark in another round of Knicks Trivia. 

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From NBA Scout to D-League VP w/ Chris Alpert show art From NBA Scout to D-League VP w/ Chris Alpert

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Our hosts Mark and Keith welcome in former NBA D-League VP of Basketball Operations and Player Personnel Chris Alpert to talk about his legendary run from stand-out player at Davidson to scouting for the New York Knicks in the late 90s and up through his recent gig as Pro Personnel Scout for the Sacramento Kings. This convo is a true deep dive into what happens behind the scenes from the college level up through the NBA and everything in between. Also, Mark and Keith weigh in on some pre-season frustrations and of course, tackle some Knicks trivia.

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New York Knicks 2023 Offseason show art New York Knicks 2023 Offseason

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Season two of Two in the Key kicks off with hosts Mark and Keith discussing the blockbuster trades of Damian Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks and Jrue Holiday to the Boston Celtics. Then they break down the New York Knicks 2023 off-season, the recent Mitchell Robinson trade rumors, and of course some Knicks trivia to close it all out. Welcome back to the Mecca of Podcasts!

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Mark and Keith are joined by pop culture pundit, rock critic vet, and New York Knicks fan since 1961 - Roy Trakin. When he's not writing for Variety.com he's soakin' up hoops. The group breaks down the upcoming Knicks round one playoff matchup against the Cavs but not before Mark and Keith weigh in on the Mavs tank job. Knicks playoff run is just around the corner.