The Knicks, after a 50‑win season, still face a tough path to the East title, as the Celtics hold a 2.5‑game advantage. With the league locked into 10 playoff spots, New York’s seeding will determine whether they face Boston in the second round or not.
Remaining regular‑season games include matchups against the Celtics, Raptors and Hornets, while the playoff bracket remains uncertain as other Eastern teams fight for the top spots.