Knicks’ unreal run has few peers — even in pantheon of New York greats
The New York Knicks are experiencing an unprecedented run in the NBA playoffs, having achieved a remarkable point differential of plus-262 over their last 11 games. This stretch includes an average victory margin of nearly 24 points per game, a feat that has never been accomplished in the league's 80-year history. Their performance has sparked discussions about their place among New York's greatest sports teams.
- ▪The Knicks have won their last 11 games by an average of nearly 24 points per game.
- ▪This point differential of plus-262 is unprecedented in NBA history.
- ▪No team has ever had an 11-game stretch like this in the league's 80-year existence.
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New York Knicks Mike Vaccaro Knicks’ unreal run has few peers — even in pantheon of New York greats By Mike Vaccaro Published May 26, 2026, 8:41 p.m. ET The Knicks celebrate with the Eastern Conference finals trophy after after their sweep of the Cavaliers. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post If it feels like you’re watching something that’s never been done before, there’s no need to rub your eyes. There’s no need to apologize for recency bias. It’s true. Think of it: In their past 11 games, the Knicks have a point differential of plus-262. They have won those 11 games by an average — an average! — of nearly 24 points per game. That’s never been done before. Ever. Literally. No, really. The NBA has been in business for 80 years.
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