Knicks Face Uncertain Seeding as East Standings Tighten

The Knicks, who entered last year’s playoffs with a modest season, are now eyeing a deep run again despite a 50‑win season that fell short of East‑dominance. With the Pistons atop the East and the Celtics 2.5 games ahead, New York can still finish as the No. 2, 3 or 4 seed, guaranteeing a home‑court first round but risking a road second round if they secure third place against Boston.