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Play Donovan: Knicks to face Cavs in Eastern Conference Finals

Having tossed Toronto and downed Detroit, the Cleveland Cavaliers will now look to nix the New York Knicks. The wait is finally finally over for the Knicks, who at long last know who they’ll face in the Eastern Conference Finals.

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Winners, losers from NBA playoffs: Cavaliers trounce Pistons in Game 7

The Pistons' magical season is over, and both conference finals series are set. Here are the winners and losers from Game 7 in Detroit.

Pistons learned a lesson in tough Game 7 loss to Cavaliers

Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert creates a home-court advantage on the road

Pistons' J.B. Bickerstaff had intriguing comment about James Harden

Cavaliers have reportedly already made decision on Harden

Knicks' OG Anunoby makes revealing comments about injury ahead of ECF

New York Knicks News / EssentiallySports / May 17

Courtside Seats for NBA Finals Skyrocket to $102,608 as Knicks Begin Game 1 Ticket Sale

In May 2025, when the Knicks hosted the Celtics in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at Madison Square Garden, the cheapest ticket in the building went for $704, and courtside seats peaked at $54,500.

Miles McBride News / New York Knicks on SI / May 17

Why Miles McBride Could Be X-Factor in Helping Knicks Get over ECF Hump

At some point on Sunday night, the New York Knicks will find out who they will play in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, which begins on Tuesday night.

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The 'No. 2-scorers by NBA champion' quiz

How many "second fiddles" from every NBA champion in the post-merger era can you name in six minutes?

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New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / May 17

Knicks Bulletin: ‘I just try to look at the positives’

Nothing better than a Game 7, amirite? Actually, it’s even better as the Knicks aren’t involved and just enjoying the bloodbath from afar! Here’s the latest from Tarrytown as New York patiently waits to know its ECF foe.

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The 25 best rookie seasons in NBA history

Rookies are exciting for teams and their fans because they represent potential, hope for the future. While it can take years to see how a prospect will pan out, sometimes it clicks right away.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / May 17

Knicks Have a Bigger Worry on Sunday Than Just Who Wins Game 7

After days of waiting, the Knicks will finally have their conference finals opponent on Sunday. New York very well could prefer the Cavaliers to take home Game 7 considering it means home-court advantage in the ECF for Jalen Brunson and co.

OG Anunoby News / Hoops Rumors / May 16

OG Anunoby: Hamstring Injury “Wasn’t Like The Previous Ones”

No official announcement has been made on the status of OG Anunoby, but he’s back to being a full participant in practice and looks like he’ll be ready when the Eastern Conference finals start on Tuesday, Kristian Winfield of The New York Daily News writes in a subscriber-only piece.

New York Knicks News / Ball Exclusives / May 16

Ticket prices reach over $30,000 for Knicks’ ECF home opener

The New York Knicks have been one of the hottest teams in the NBA postseason so far. Time and time again, they’ve carved out enormous leads over their opponents through the first two rounds.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / May 16

The Knicks Are Already Starting to Sell Tickets for NBA Finals

The Knicks being on the doorstep of the NBA Finals doesn't feel real to many. This franchise has gotten close to making its first return trip since the 1999 season, but heartbreaking results -- like last year's conference finals -- have found them in the following years.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 16

OG Anunoby makes revealing comments about injury before ECF

Knicks' OG Anunoby makes revealing comments about injury ahead of ECF

Despite missing the last two games of the Eastern Conference semifinals, New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby isn't all that worried about his recent hamstring injury.

Does Steve Kerr think Mike Brown can lead Knicks to NBA title?

Knicks’ Mitchell Robinson is being linked to one team in free agency

Bench players carry Pistons to Game 6 win over Cavaliers

Pistons' Cade Cunningham excited to return to Detroit for Game 7

J.B. Bickerstaff had an intriguing comment about James Harden

Mitchell Robinson News / Larry Brown Sports / May 16

Knicks’ Mitchell Robinson is being linked to one team in free agency

Mitchell Robinson may be able to parlay his team’s second straight Eastern Conference Finals run into a big payday elsewhere. The Sacramento Kings are seen as a threat to sign the New York Knicks center Robinson in free agency this summer, Stefan Bondy of the New York Post reported this week.

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The 25 best No. 2 overall draft picks in NBA history

The No. 1 pick is the prize of the draft. That's obvious, but sometimes, the second pick can be almost, or even more, valuable. These are the greatest No.

Josh Hart News / Total Pro Sports / May 16

Josh Hart Has Hilarious Rant About Knicks Waiting 7 Days for Eastern Conference Finals

The New York Knicks are enjoying some downtime before the Conference Finals, but Josh Hart isn’t thrilled about the break. After a stunning playoff run, where they first took down the Atlanta Hawks in six games and then swept the Philadelphia 76ers 4-0, the Knicks are riding high on momentum.

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New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / May 16

Knicks Get a Very Sneaky Benefit Out of Cavs' Game 6 Loss

The Knicks' playoff watching will continue for a few more days after the Pistons fought off elimination on Friday. New York had reason to hope the Cavaliers ended this series in six games, as it'd lock in a perceived lesser threat as its opponent, along with home-court advantage for the ECF.

New York Knicks News / Posting and Toasting / May 16

Knicks Bulletin: ‘The humble warrior’

We’ve reached a point where you can say the Cavs and the Pistons are doing this on purpose to prevent Knicks fans from enjoying New York basketball. But hey, seven games on their legs?

New York Knicks News / Stadium Rant / May 16

This Could Be The New York Knicks Last Chance To Win A Title With This Core

This New York Knicks team has been amazing over the past two seasons; they’ve actually accomplished something that this franchise hasn’t seen in decades.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / May 16

Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns will face new challenges in East finals

The Eastern Conference finals are next. For Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns, that means a new level of pressure and a different kind of test. He has seen a little bit of everything so far.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 15

Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart go in on Philly sports down debate after 76ers series

The New York Knicks came out in their series against the Philadelphia 76ers and won Games 1 and 2 at home. They did what they were supposed to do, protecting home-court against a Conference rival.

OG Anunoby News / Larry Brown Sports / May 15

Knicks receive notable OG Anunoby injury update

The New York Knicks have received an encouraging update on forward OG Anunoby as they prepare for the Eastern Conference Finals. Anunoby, who missed the last two games of the team’s second-round sweep over the Philadelphia 76ers due to a right hamstring strain suffered late in Game 2, participated in portions of practice on Wednesday.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 14

PJ Tucker sounds off on Knicks guard Jalen Brunson’s ‘not a star’ claim

PJ Tucker showcased his full support for Jalen Brunson following the New York Knicks guard’s comments about his star status amid the ongoing 2026 NBA playoffs.

New York Knicks News / EssentiallySports / May 14

Is This The New York Knicks Best Chance To Break Their 53-Year Title Drought?

53 years. That’s how long it has been since the New York Knicks, the team that sits at the mecca of basketball, won its last NBA Championship. Since Walt Frazier, Dave DeBusschere, and company hoisted the trophy in 1973, New York has fielded some good teams, but none have reached the final frontier and been the last team standing.

New York Knicks News / The Lead / May 13

Karl-Anthony Towns Has Helped Save Knicks From Disaster

When the New York Knicks fell behind the Atlanta Hawks 2-1 in the first round of the playoffs, disenchanted fans were ready to demand change. “Fire Mike

OG Anunoby News / Yardbarker / May 13