Knicks’ defense-first identity has New York dreaming of a deep run
New York is grinding out wins with physical defense and offensive rebounding, a formula that travels well in the postseason.
The Knicks are not pretty, but they are effective, and Madison Square Garden has embraced every gritty possession.
Key takeaways
- First in offensive rebounds per game
- Won 11 of the last 14
- Top-two defensive field-goal percentage
What happened
New York leads the league in offensive rebounds and ranks second in opponent field-goal percentage. The team has won 11 of its last 14 games.
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Why it matters
Second-chance points and stingy defense tend to hold up when playoff games slow down, which is why the front office believes this roster can contend now.
New York is grinding out wins with physical defense and offensive rebounding, a formula that travels well in the postseason.
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What to watch next
- Three-point shooting variance
- Minutes load on the starting frontcourt
- Head-to-head games against East leaders
