"The Knicks have been mostly miserable in the 27 years that followed: mismanaged, overpaid and downright dispiriting. For the vast majority of my adult life, it has been actively stupid to be a Knicks fan."
"After their 137-98 obliteration of the Philadelphia 76ers in game one of the Eastern Conference semifinals, which was their fourth straight blowout playoff victory, the Knicks have never looked closer to the place they've been so desperate to return."
"Everything has lined up perfectly. The Celtics, who were widely thought to be the Eastern Conference favorites, wanted revenge after the Knicks knocked them out."
The Knicks last reached the NBA Finals in 1999, a year marked by mismanagement and disappointment for the franchise. Despite a long history of struggles, including only two conference finals appearances since then, the team has maintained a loyal fanbase. Recent performances, including a decisive victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, suggest that the Knicks are closer than ever to returning to the Finals. This season has shown promise, with the current team being the best in over 30 years, raising hopes for a potential championship run.
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