New York Knicks: 3 reasons to be thankful for this team
By Eric Snyder
It’s been a minute since the New York Knicks evoked a feeling of thankfulness within their weary fans. Yet, this is a new year and definitely a new team.
The New York Knicks traded away one of the league’s best players, dished out questionable contracts and are in the race for a playoff spot this season. Let that sink in for a moment.
While the last few seasons started strong and ended in disaster, this year is a completely different ballgame. Last year in particular, the Knicks were supposed to make noise in the Eastern Conference. The addition of Derrick Rose alongside Carmelo Anthony and an offensive-minded coach laid the groundwork for success.
Everyone knows how last season turned out and it wasn’t good. However, this season is one centered on youth, effort and Kristaps Porzingis, not big-name free agents. Whereas the last few Knicks teams underachieved, this team is already overachieving and it is to be celebrated.
It’s still likely these new-look Knicks won’t make the playoffs, but that will in no way make this team a failure. Fans have every right to feel positive about this team and the future of the New York Knicks.
In this season of thankfulness, the efforts of the New York Knicks can’t be overlooked. There are some very specific reasons for thanksgiving in Madison Square Garden and surrounding the Knicks. First of all, this team is making the news for all the right reasons.