Iconic Knicks Photos

SI Staff | Mar 2, 2011

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Iconic Knicks Photos

Harry Gallatin and Nathaniel Clifton

Harry Gallatin and Nathaniel Clifton poses for a photo. Gallatin, nicknamed "The Horse," played nine seasons in New York and was a seven time all-star. "Sweetwater" Clifton was a Knick for seven years and made on all-star team.

Max Zaslofsky

Zaslofsky, who grew up in Brooklyn and attended St. John's, joined the Knicks in 1950 after four seasons in Chicago. He was a dependable scorer who played in the 1952 All-Star game, his best season in New York.

Nat Clifton

Knicks forward Nat "Sweetwater" Clifton puts back a rebound during a game against the Rochester Royals.

Carl Braun and Neil Johnston

New York's Carl Braun (No. 4) and Philadelphia's Neil Johnston chase down a loose ball.

Phil Jackson, Dick McGuire and Walt Frazier

Coach McGuire welcomes Jackson and Frazier to Knicks Training Camp at McGuire Air Force Base in New Jersey. Frazier was New York's No. 1 draft choice from Southern Illinois while Jackson of Montana State was their second pick.

Bill Bradley

Bill Bradley shoots a jumper over a pair of Washington defenders. The former New Jersey senator spent 10 years as a member of the Knicks and was elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1982.

Dave Debusschere

The always intense Dave DeBusschere appeared on this SI cover from May 1970.

Phil Jackson

Phil Jackson passes out of traffic during a game against Baltimore.

Willis Reed and Dave Cowens

Willis Reed and Dave Cowens battle for a rebound.

Jerry Lucas

Jerry Lucas squeezes a shot off in the lane during a game against Boston.

Earl Monroe

Earl Monroe looks for daylight during a game against Baltimore.

Walt Frazier

Walt Frazier sneaks past Boston's Don Chaney and glides to the rim.

New York Knicks

Dean Meminger (left) and Earl Monroe (right) enjoy a game of cards on their charter plane back to New York after beating Los Angeles for the championship.

Phil Jackson

Phil Jackson drives past Buffalo's Kenny Charles and heads toward the basket.

Earl Monroe

Earl Monroe lofts a shot over the extended hand of Dave Cowens during a game against the Celtics.

Red Holzman

Legendary Knicks coach Red Holzman watches the action from the sidelines.

Bernard King

Knicks guard Bernard King heads to the hoop in the May 1984 cover.

Bill Bradley

Former Knicks guard and New Jersey state senator Bill Bradley poses in his office.

Mark Jackson

Former Knicks point guard Mark Jackson drives to the basket against the Lakers.

Rick Pitino and Patrick Ewing

Rick Pitino gives some instructions to Patrick Ewing during a game against the Bulls.

John Starks

John Starks leads a fast break during a playoff game against the Bulls.

Patrick Ewing

Patrick Ewing and Shaquille O'Neal battle for a rebound.

Derek Harper

Derek Harper bears down on defense during a game against the Magic.

Charles Oakley

Charles Oakley sports a rather stylish ensemble as he takes in a game from the Knicks bench.

Jeff Van Gundy

Jeff Van Gundy tries to keep his composure on the sidelines.

Allan Houston

Latrell Sprewell and Allan Houston show off their dribbling skills.

Latrell Sprewell

Latrell Sprewell searches for an opening during a game against the Suns.

Isiah Thomas and David Lee

Isiah Thomas gives David Lee instructions during the first half of a game against the Pacers.

Stephon Marbury and Eddy Curry

Stephon Marbury and Eddy Curry take in the action.

James Dolan

Knicks owner James Dolan looks less than pleased with the play of his squad.

Amar'e Stoudemire and Carmelo Anthony

With the new tandom of Amar'e Stoudemire and Carmelo Anthony, the Knicks are positioned for success for years to come.

Amar'e Stoudemire

Amar'e Stoudemire signed with the Knicks as a free agent during the summer of 2010 and immediately turned the team into contenders. He also became the first Knick to start an All-Star Game since Patrick Ewing in 1992.

Published Mar 2, 2011

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