Can The New York Knicks Run Of Dominance Continue?

ConsumerSportsMoneyCan The New York Knicks Run Of Dominance Continue?ByTom Rende,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Rende is a writer that covers all things NBA.Follow AuthorJun 02, 2026, 09:45am EDTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 16: Og Anunoby (center, L) #8 and Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks lift the trophy after the team defeated the San Antonio Spurs 124-113 to win the championship game of the Emirates NBA Cup at T-Mobile Arena on December 16, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe New York Knicks are headed to the NBA Finals.Let the words sink in.It has now been 27 years since the organization was slated to play the final game of the season and it has come during a run that could make the staunchest doubters reconsider their thoughts. The Knicks currently hold the NBA record for the highest point differential during the playoffs with a 41 point lead over the 2016-17 Golden State Warriors. Not only that, but they’ve compiled a list of so many blowouts that their 11 game winning streak is the largest point margin for teams in both the playoffs AND the regular season.The question is, is it sustainable? The ride has probably felt magical for New Yorkers, but that feeling of euphoria is oftentimes followed with the figurative shoe dropping. The history of the organization is filled with missteps and heartbreak, but most fans would rebut that this is different. The opponent will certainly be a worthy one, but let’s take a deeper look at what has helped fuel the success and whether fans can expect to see the same winning results. TransitionThe Indiana Pacers taught New York a whole lot about winning basketball games during their run to the NBA Finals last year. One way in which they gashed the team over and over was through easy transition buckets. The Knicks made a decree this season to take similar advantage of opponents and it has remained true during the playoff...