The Knicks are champions, the parade glow is still fresh, and Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber begin the conversation every fan knew was coming: what happens next? James Dolan’s comments about the NBA’s second apron turn the celebration into a debate over money, flexibility, and how far an owner should go to protect a championship window.Evan pushes back on the idea that any New York owner should say a check is too big, while Tiki weighs the business reality of keeping a contender together. The conversation also touches on Leon Rose’s role, the possibility of running it back with key pieces like Mitchell Robinson and Landry Shamet, fan reaction to the parade, and a caller’s throwback frustration over “Who Let the Dogs Out.”

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