Summary
ESPN's Stephen A Smith predicts the New York Knicks will reach the NBA Finals due to key injuries suffered by players from competing teams. The Knicks, with new coach Mike Brown and new players, are hopeful for a strong season. They have added depth to their team, which could help them succeed this year.
Key Facts
- Stephen A Smith is an ESPN personality and Knicks fan who predicts their success in the NBA season.
- The Knicks made it to the Eastern Conference finals last season.
- Key injuries to other teams' star players, like Jayson Tatum and Tyrese Haliburton, open up the competition in the Eastern Conference.
- The Knicks have new players, Jordan Clarkson and Malcolm Brogdon, known for being top substitutes (Sixth Man of the Year winners).
- Mike Brown is the new Knicks coach and is expected to use more players from the bench.
- The Knicks haven't been to the NBA Finals since 1999 and last won the championship in 1973.
- New York fans have high hopes for a championship win in 2026.
