Mike Vaccaro
About the Columnist Mike Vaccaro has been the lead sports columnist for the New York Post since November 2002. In that time he has written about every important sporting event and sports figure in New York City and covered 18 Super Bowls, 12 World Series, 10 Final Fours and 10 BCS Championship Games. He has been recognized three times as New York Sportswriter of the Year by the National Sports Media Association and was recognized in 2017 by the New York Press Club for his deadline work. A 1989 graduate of St. Bonaventure University, Vaccaro previously worked at newspapers in Newark, Kansas City, Middletown, N.Y., Fayetteville, Ark., and Olean, N.Y. He is the author of three books: “Emperors and Idiots,” about the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry; “1941: the Greatest Year in Sports;” and “The First Fall Classic,” about the 1912 World Series. He also makes frequent television and radio appearances. A native of West Hempstead, N.Y., Vaccaro now makes his home in Hillsdale, N.J. with his wife, Leigh, and two rambunctious terriers: a 12-pound Westy named Fiona and Desmond, a 12,000-pound (or so it seems) Airedale. He is a terrible golfer and undefeated in all games involving “Godfather” trivia.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
85%
Examples:
- If you care about basketball, this is a grave disappointment because Simmons was supposed to be a cornerstone player.
- The article seems to be biased against Brock Purdy, blaming him for the 49ers' losses.
- Then bury this one along with some of the Knicks' greatest hits of heartache through the years, in the same ditch with the Finger Roll Game, with the Reggie Miller Game, with the Charles Smith game.
Conflicts of Interest
94%
Examples:
- And it's funny … Because there was a time when Alex Rodriguez was willing to do something comparable to what Brunson did Friday afternoon.
- Retired New York Yankee Alex Rodriguez is on the field before a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Yankee Stadium Saturday, June 8, 2024. Corey Sipkin for the NY POST
- The MLB Players Association jumped in, vetoed the deal.
Contradictions
42%
Examples:
- Ben Simmons will miss the rest of the regular season because of ongoing back issues.
- Jalen Brunson agreed to leave $113 million on the table.
- Tyrese Maxey scored 35 points for the 76ers, but was trapped and lost possession late in the game.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- Donte DiVincenzo is presented as an MVP-caliber point guard when there is no evidence to support this claim.
- The Knicks have been missing key players and reserves for most of their recent wins.
Recent Articles
Jalen Brunson's Selfless Decision: A New Standard in Athletes' Contract Negotiation
Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024Jalen Brunson surprises NBA with a selfless $156.5M contract extension, inspiring team-first approach following sports legends like Derek Jeter and Tom Brady. Tyrese Maxey's Heroics: 76ers Force Overtime with Seven Points in 28.9 Seconds
Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024Tyrese Maxey of the Philadelphia 76ers saved their season in Game 5 of the NBA playoffs against the New York Knicks, scoring seven points in just 28.9 seconds to force overtime. With his team trailing by six points and time running out, Maxey made a clutch three-point shot and free throw to tie the game. In overtime, he finished with a career-high of 46 points as the Sixers won 112-106, keeping their Eastern Conference playoff hopes alive. 
Jalen Brunson Sets New York Knicks Playoff Scoring Record with Historic 47-Point Performance in Game 4 Win over Philadelphia 76ers
Broke On: Monday, 29 April 2024Jalen Brunson sets new Knicks playoff record with a historic 47-point performance in Game 4, leading New York to a thrilling 97-92 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. With key injuries and foul troubles, Brunson's heroics secured a commanding 3-1 series lead. 
New York Knicks Stage Dramatic Comeback Against Philadelphia 76ers in NBA Playoffs: Jalen Brunson's Corner Shot and Donte DiVincenzo's Game-Winning Three-Pointer
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024In an electrifying Game 2 of the NBA playoffs, the New York Knicks staged a dramatic come-from-behind victory against the Philadelphia 76ers, overcoming a five-point deficit in the final seconds. Jalen Brunson's crucial corner shot and Donte DiVincenzo's go-ahead three-pointer sealed the win, leaving fans at Madison Square Garden speechless. The Knicks now lead the series 2-0 as they prepare for Game 3. 
Ben Simmons Out for Rest of Season with Back Issues, Missed 38 Straight Games
Broke On: Friday, 08 March 2024Ben Simmons, the No. 1 pick in the 2016 NBA draft and a three-time All-Star, has been ruled out for the rest of the season with ongoing back issues that have limited him to just 57 games this season. 
Jalen Brunson Leads New York Knicks to Victory Over Indiana Pacers with Impressive Play
Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024The New York Knicks won a close game against the Indiana Pacers with Jalen Brunson scoring 40 points. Despite missing three starters and a key reserve, the Pacers put up a good fight. Knicks Triumph Over Spurs in Madison Square Garden Showdown
Broke On: Thursday, 09 November 2023The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs with a final score of 126-105. RJ Barrett scored 24 points, with a 5-for-9 record from 3-point range. Victor Wembanyama made his Madison Square Garden debut, finishing the game with 14 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block, and 3 turnovers. 49ers' Brock Purdy Faces Criticism Amid Team's Losing Streak, Teammates Show Support
Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023San Francisco 49ers' quarterback, Brock Purdy, has been criticized following the team's third consecutive loss. Despite the criticism, Purdy's teammates have expressed their support and confidence in him.
