Two in the Key

Mark and Keith welcome in Kris Pursiainen, New York Knicks Beat Reporter for WFUV Sports. They discuss the current Knicks run post All-Star break, Leon Rose playing the long game, and an Orange & Blue title coming in 2026-27. Also, our hosts lay out their predictions for the week's upcoming games and if the team could actually reach fourth place by season's end.

Mark and Keith welcome Sam "Jam" Packard, co-h ost of The Athletic's Boston Celtics podcast "Anything is Poddable" as the Knicks face off against the 17x NBA Championship franchise this coming Monday. Before that, our hosts reflect on their original season predictions for the Knicks as they enter the home stretch of the season, the return of Mitchell Robinson to practice, and soak up the almighty...

Mark and Keith are joined by Alex Wolfe, Editor in Chief of The Strickland & Co-Host of the Locked on Knicks podcast. They break down all things NYK that went down prior to All-Star Weekend and then discuss what the Orange & Blue need to do the rest of the way to hang on to at least the 6th spot in the Eastern Conference. And before all of that, Mark proudly displays his prediction prowess by lett...

On this TITK Extra, Mark and Keith take on the roles of LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo respectively and draft what they think would be the best All-Star team. They also chose their winners of the Dunk Contest, 3-Point Shootout, and Skills competition. Bets are made as well jokes so settle in for this episode taped "after dark," it's a TITK All-Star episode of awesomeness.

Mark and Keith welcome Kayla Grey - SportsCentre anchor, Host of TSN's "The Shift," & courtside reporter for the Toronto Raptors. They discuss why the 2019 NBA Champions didn't make a move at the trade deadline and what their plan moving forward is with three key players heading into free agency. Our hosts also discuss Josh Hart's promising Knick debut as well as the final upcoming Knicks games be...

Mark and Keith are joined by Drummer, Percussionist, Vocalist, and passionate L.A. Lakers fan - Griffin Goldsmith - from the band Dawes to discuss his love of the game, LeBron breaking Kareem Abdul Jabbar's record, and that time Buddy Hield barreled into the seats right next to him. But before all that, our hosts discuss the Kyrie trade, Randle's All-Star selection, and how the Knicks will handle...

Mark and Keith are joined by actor, fitness personality, entrepreneur, producer, and basketball aficionado Jake Steinfeld of Body by Jake. He shares personal stories about his love for the game, playing in high school, and that time he tried to buy an NBA team. Also, our hosts discuss the Knicks "L.A. week" as the Lakers and Clippers come to town, the All-Star starting lineups, and what the Knicks...

Mark and Keith are living in the land of confusion as they discuss Coach Thibodeau's possible reasoning for benching a HOT Obi Toppin. While the Knicks losing streak increases to four, our hosts debate what trade band-aid can stop the bleeding and fill in for the absent Mitchell Robinson. Finally, Keith hits Mark right in the face with some Knicks trivia. 

Mark and Keith welcome Lauren Williams, Atlanta Hawks beat writer for the Atlanta Journal Constitution, to discuss everything happening in the "Hawks Nest" before their matchup in the ATL. But not before our hosts drown their sorrows in buttered popcorn over yet another home loss. Then they cap it off with some Knicks trivia. 

Mark and Keith take to the mics after yet another heartbreaking loss at home to Toronto, this time in OT. They make a case for two Knick All-Stars, and Mark realizes his fate for the season-ending bet. Then Scott Stinson, of Canada's National Post, joins to discuss all things Raptors. Are they buyers or sellers? And if so, what pieces would the Knicks want from them? 

It's a TITK after dark as Mark and Keith go straight from The Garden to the microphones to talk each other off the ledge from another home loss courtesy of the Milwaukee Bucks. They also discuss the upcoming 4 games this week as well as bring you into their section at MSG with a provocative character profile on one of the more interesting nearby season ticket holders. 

In this TITK Extra Mark and Keith are baffled by the early voting returns for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game. They discuss the current 3-game winning streak, funniest movie theater experiences, predictions for the rest of the week, and has Mark gone full "Florida Man?" 

Mark and Keith welcome in the new year confused as ever as to who this Knicks team really is. RJ out, Fournier in, and MVP chants for Randle at The Garden again. They discuss the upcoming week of games, dive into the 1992 draft, debate who the greatest "Doctor" is, and what machines they dropped their respective quarters into at the old school arcades. 

Mark and Keith discuss the Knicks home woes that are quickly turning into home uh ohs. Luckily it's time for the Texas 3-step on the road. Our hosts also venture down imagination lane to talk about what this team would have looked like had they never signed Brunson. And yes, Leonard Part 6 rears its ugly head yet again. Expectations for the Knicks have been curbed, but the fun on this pod has not.

On this TITK Extra, Mark and Keith discuss witnessing the Knicks winning streak coming to an end thanks to Siakam of the visiting Raptors. Then they explain the case of Brunson for All-Star, tease the upcoming trade deadline, and Keith has a big pitch for Fat Joe. Happy Holidays everyone and let's go Knicks!

Mark and Keith celebrate the Knicks continued success after the team swept their recent road trip against 90's nemeses. Then they welcome in Knicks beat writer Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News for the inside scoop on the team's current form, what he's worried about long-term, and his realistic expectations for the rest of the campaign. Oh yeah, and Mark explains to Keith once and for all wh...

In the first ever Two in the Key "Extra," Mark and Keith discuss the streaks of the East including the Knicks' very own 6 gamer while playing "guess that Eddie Murphy movie." Then they welcome in Tony East, who's o n the Indiana Pacers beat for Sports Illustrated, Forbes Sports, and Locked On Pacers, to talk upcoming match-up between the two 90's rivals. Bring a helmet and your "Best Defense." 

Mark and Keith soak up the Knicks current winning streak while going down a Kool and the Gang rabbit hole, play Ohio trivia, and then welcome in CHGO Bulls' podcaster Mark Karantzoulis from Australia to discuss the upcoming double dip against the 6x champions. It's time to Get Down On It.

Mark and Keith discuss their frustrations with the Knicks record at home despite the Orange and Blue finally breaking their 5-game losing streak at The Garden. Then they play the "imagine if" game wondering what things would have looked like had the Knicks been able to draft Zion Williamson, Steph Curry, Ja Morant, and Chuck Person. Follow us @twointhekey pod on all socials. 

Mark and Keith discuss the recent Knicks home woes, how to get out of doing laps in gym class as a kid, and the potential need for a "Pod Counselor." The adventure continues as they welcome Milwaukee's own Marcus Monroe. The award-winning comedian, juggler, & Milwaukee Bucks fan shares stories of performing on the court, how his brother changed NBA social media forever, and who some of his favorit...

What are Mark and Keith thankful for this year? How about remembering to make this week's podcast for starters. This week they discuss the unexpected successful road trip the Knicks just had, Keith's stint working at a local video rental store alongside a "pre-season NBA player," and Mark defends his love of movie sequels. Oh, and of course... they are thankful for you, the listener. Thanks for ch...

Mark and Keith are basking in the shadow that is the current Knicks slide just in time for what looks to be devastating 5 games in 7 nights out west. Then the lovely Kylen Mills, co-host of the Locked on Warriors podcast, joins to discuss the upcoming matchup with the defending champions, the Draymond Green effect, & which NBA player she'd like to posterize. Time to get your west coast swing on.

Mark and Keith stayed up way past their respective bedtimes to discuss the Knicks flipping the script now winning only on the road while losing at home. Then, they welcome New York Times Bestselling Author and Brooklyn native Hunter Walker on to discuss the hot topic that is Kyrie Irving, explain why his fandom switched from the Knicks to the Nets, and what he'd like to do with his Mom's autograph...

Keith is living his best Covid life while Mark hasn't slept in days which leads to a festive discussion about the Knicks woes against the Eastern Conference's better half. Then, they welcome Brad Rowland of the Locked on Hawks pod to give some insight into  Hotlanta's toasty start, Trae Young becoming the Knicks fans new Reggie Miller, and whether or not tacking on season tickets to his student lo...

Hosts Mark and Keith discuss the start to the Knicks season, RJ's early struggles, and question the make-up of the butter at The Garden. Then, they welcome their very first guest, Sam Dracula, just in time for Halloween. Sam is the host of the Bleav in Hornets podcast, alongside former Knick Raymond Felton. We get some insight into the Buzz City fanbase, what we can expect from them in 2022-23, an...