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Tyson Chandler doesn’t regret that the Knicks wore ‘funeral’ black to Game 5 and said the Mavs did it when they won the title in 2011. “We did that every single time we had a close-out game in Dallas,” Chandler said. “There was nothing to look back on. It just reminds you of what you’re trying to accomplish. It’s nothing against the Celtics. It’s something we were doing as a team. It wasn’t meant to offend anybody or anything like that. It was meant to motivate guys in the locker room.” Sulia

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Al Iannazzone: Melo and Chandler are getting treatment on shoulder and neck respectively. Twitter @Al_Iannazzone

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Tyson Chandler played with Jason Terry in Dallas and loves him - as a teammate. But as an opponent, he understands why J.R. Smith blew his cool. "Jason is a crafty vet," Chandler said. "He definitely knows how to get under people's skin. That's why you've got to love him, that's why I enjoyed playing with him. This is playoff basketball. I don't think anybody's intentions is to hurt anybody out there. I think it's just two guys going after playing hard." Sulia

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Tyson Chandler told The Post he lost 10 pounds because of flu-like symptoms he sustained late in the regular season while he was rehabbing his neck injury. Chandler played below par in the first two games of the Knicks’ first-round series against the Celtics, and coach Mike Woodson blamed that on Chandler’s weight loss. Last night, Chandler had six points and eight rebounds in the Knicks’ 90-76 victory, which gave them a 3-0 series lesd. “The fact he was off — he’s a lost a little weight — and we’re trying to get his strength back up,’’ Woodson said. New York Post

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Problems with a bulging disc in his neck caused Chandler to miss the final six games of the regular season and 16 of the team's final 20 contests. Chandler, however, looked pain-free Thursday after going through practice with his teammates. "This is the best I've felt in a long time," said Chandler, who averaged 10.4 points and 10.7 rebounds in the regular season. "It was a blessing in disguise that I was able to get that time off. I'm going to have fresh legs throughout the playoffs and I'm excited about this long run we're about to endure." Newsday

New York Knicks, Tyson Chandler, Injuries 

Jonah Ballow: .@Tyson Chandler says he feels great & it was a blessing in disguise so he could get his legs rested - ready for playoffs ##Knicks Twitter @jonahballow

New York Knicks, Tyson Chandler, Injuries 

The Knicks probably won’t have Tyson Chandler tonight when they try to clinch their first Atlantic Division title since 1994. Chandler is listed as doubtful with a bulging disc in his neck. But Mike Woodson said Chandler is “sore” and “needed rest today.” “He’s a little beat up,” Woodson said. Chandler’s injury seems like something that could linger and is definitely a cause for concern with the playoffs starting in less than two weeks. He missed nine games with the neck issue, and returned four games ago. He complained of soreness last week, and said he had trouble lifting his arms and looking up. But Chandler looked good and moved well in the Knicks’ win Sunday in Oklahoma City. He had 15 points and two blocks in 38:34 Sunday. During breaks, he had a pad on his neck. “Tyson has played a lot of basketball throughout the summer and with the Olympics,” Woodson said. “Through camp he was right there giving it his all. It’s been a long season for him up until this point. Newsday

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Jonah Ballow: .@Tyson Chandler has a chipped tooth. But was a warrior -- handled media questions w/ a mouth guard to hold tooth together #knicks Twitter @jonahballow

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Steve Popper: Knicks say Tyson will test himself at shoot around and is questionable for tonight. And I still will be very surprised if he plays. Twitter @StevePopper

New York Knicks, Tyson Chandler, Injuries 

Frank Isola: Tyson Chandler's status hasn't changed. He's still questionable. But he made the trip. This is Miami after all. Shoot, I got here 3 days ago Twitter @FisolaNYDN

New York Knicks, Tyson Chandler, Injuries 

Tyson Chandler plans to practice on Monday for the first time in nearly three weeks and, if all goes well, return to the floor Tuesday against the Miami Heat. "I'm shooting for (a return Tuesday), barring any set-backs," he said before tipoff of Sunday's Knicks-Celtics game. ESPN.com

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Fortunately for the club, the 2013 NBA All-Star broke his silence Sunday night and revealed that he is eyeing a return to the lineup as soon as Tuesday night when the club travels to Miami to battle LeBron James and the Heat. “That’s the goal,” Chandler said when asked whether he planned on practicing tomorrow with the team. And when asked whether he was aiming to play on Tuesday, Chandler said that he was. “That’s what I’m shooting for, barring any setbacks.” SheridanHoops

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Frank Isola: Tyson Chandler reveals that he had an MRI for a bulging disc in his neck. Claims he won't need surgery. Twitter @FisolaNYDN

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His style is his own, and he has made a point to ensure it is unique and interesting — a style captured in the upcoming April issue of GQ magazine. “Even before I moved to NYC, I realized that there are no off days,” he told GQ. “Especially in the camera-phone era. I started to look at fashion the same way I look at my games — there’s always going to be someone watching you for the first time.” New York Post

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Tyson Chandler thought he was improving enough to where he could play Tuesday night. But the bulging disc in his neck continues to be a problem. Chandler said he can't "look up," and he's feeling sensation down his right side. "It runs down my neck and shoulder," he said before the Knicks played the Celtics. Chandler missed his seventh consecutive game and probably won't play Wednesday night when the Knicks host the Grizzlies at the Garden. They're listing him as questionable, but Chandler said "most likely" he'll sit. Newsday

New York Knicks, Tyson Chandler, Injuries 

The Knicks aren't ruling Tyson Chandler out yet for tomorrow - but he certainly sounds again like he's not playing. Asked about the Celtics declaring Kevin Garnett out for two weeks, he agreed that's a good approach - but hopes he's not sidelined that long. "I absolutely have to make sure I’m right," Chandler said. "I hope not that long. I don’t foresee it being that long. I felt like I was close yesterday. But like the trainers talked about I’ve got to be able to move around and feel good. Yesterday I felt like I was close. I’m like, 'Close is good enough for me, let’s try it.' But obviously I’m not good." Sulia

New York Knicks, Tyson Chandler, Injuries 

Howard Beck: No updates from Knicksville today (they're off), but heard last night that Tyson Chandler is a possibility for Tues game in Boston. Twitter @HowardBeckNYT

New York Knicks, Tyson Chandler, Injuries 

Tyson Chandler and Kurt Thomas are expected to undergo MRIs on their respective injuries when the Knicks return home Tuesday. Chandler bruised his left knee in Wednesday's loss at Denver, but his strained neck is more of a concern right now. He sat out Monday night's game against the Jazz because of that and will undergo tests Tuesday. "It's bothering him," Mike Woodson said before the Knicks tried to salvage the five-game trip and get their first win. "We've got to probably get him examined when we get back. We'll play that by ear as we head back up the road. I'm sure he'll be examined when we get home." Chandler's neck has been an issue on and off throughout the season, and the Knicks want to know the cause. Newsday

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Woodson said he also expected the team to be without Tyson Chandler for Sunday’s game. Chandler, out with a bruised left knee, did not practice Saturday. Woodson said Chandler was also dealing with neck stiffness, which has bothered him all season. New York Times

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He was evaluated by the team’s doctor, Lisa Callahan, who had flown to Los Angeles with Anthony to oversee his recovery. Anthony was expected to miss Sunday’s game against the Clippers, and Coach Mike Woodson did not indicate when he expected Anthony to return. The Knicks will have one more game on their Western trip, playing the Utah Jazz on Monday. Woodson said he also expected the team to be without Tyson Chandler for Sunday’s game. Chandler, out with a bruised left knee, did not practice Saturday. Woodson said Chandler was also dealing with neck stiffness, which has bothered him all season. “We have to get these guys in uniform ready to play,” Woodson said, explaining that he was setting a game plan for the Clippers that did not include Anthony and Chandler. New York Times

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