New York Post and Yahoo Sports report that Jose Alvarado discusses comments made by James Dolan before the Knicks’ championship push. In the interviews, Alvarado reacts with visible amusement when recalling the “abstinence” joke attributed to Dolan. The reporting describes Alvarado’s response as a surprised, laughing reaction, underscoring that the remarks were memorable to him. Both outlets frame the discussion as part of the lead-up to the team’s attempt at a title run, using Alvarado’s remarks to add color to the offseason or pre-run period. Neither outlet provides extensive new context or verifies further details about the timing, setting, or exact wording beyond the characterization of the joke as an abstinence-related remark. Overall, the coverage is consistent in portraying Alvarado’s reaction as lighthearted and emphasizing the comments’ role in the broader narrative around the Knicks’ pursuit of a championship.