Is Linsanity the NBA’s version of Tebowmania?

Jeremy Lin #17 of the New York Knicks looks on against the Los Angeles Lakers at Madison Square Garden. (Photo by Chris Chambers/Getty Images)

Illinois State University Professor of Sport Management Chad McEvoy joined WJBC’s R.C. McBride and Jim Fitzpatrick to discuss Jeremy Lin’s recent success with the New York Knicks.

Linsanity entered its second week Monday, with the Knicks on a roll they feel can keep right on going behind their surprising  point guard.  Lin was chosen as Eastern Conference player of the week after averaging 27.3 points and 8.3 assists in his first four starts.

Listen to the complete interview below:

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R.C. McBride can be reached at rcmcbride@wjbc.com.

Jim Fitzpatrick can be reached at jim@wjbc.com.