New York Knicks

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Professional basketball team based in New York City


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Nickname
ConferenceEastern
DivisionAtlantic
Leagues
Founded1946
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HistoryNew York Knicks
ArenaMadison Square Garden
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LocationNew York City

The New York Knicks are a professional basketball team based in New York City. They are a member of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association (NBA). The team was established in 1946 and is one of the oldest teams in the NBA. The Knicks play their home games at Madison Square Garden, which is located in the borough of Manhattan.

History[edit | edit source]

The New York Knicks were founded by Ned Irish in 1946 as part of the Basketball Association of America (BAA), which later merged with the National Basketball League (NBL) to form the NBA. The team quickly became a competitive force in the league, making three consecutive NBA Finals appearances from 1951 to 1953.

Championship Years[edit | edit source]

The Knicks won their first NBA Championship in 1970, led by players such as Willis Reed, Walt Frazier, and Dave DeBusschere. They won their second championship in 1973, with a team that included Earl Monroe and Bill Bradley.

Recent Years[edit | edit source]

In recent years, the Knicks have struggled to regain their former glory. Despite this, they have had notable players such as Patrick Ewing, Carmelo Anthony, and Kristaps Porziņģis.

Notable Players[edit | edit source]

Retired Numbers[edit | edit source]

The Knicks have retired several jersey numbers in honor of their legendary players:

Home Arena[edit | edit source]

The Knicks play their home games at Madison Square Garden, often referred to as "The Garden." It is one of the most famous arenas in the world and has hosted numerous significant events in sports and entertainment.

Ownership and Management[edit | edit source]

The team is owned by James Dolan, who also owns the New York Rangers of the National Hockey League (NHL). The current president is Leon Rose, and the general manager is Scott Perry. The head coach is Tom Thibodeau.

Affiliations[edit | edit source]

The Knicks' NBA G League affiliate is the Westchester Knicks, based in White Plains, New York.

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