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Knicks stand out among New York franchises rated low by ESPN

ESPN just gave a new reason for some New Yorkers to complain about the city’s sports scene — not one local team finished in the top 70 in the network’s rankings of the major sports franchises.

The rankings, which rate the 122 major North American pro sports franchises, were compiled by ESPN The Magazine.

For the second year in a row, the lowly Knicks finished in second-to-last place, checking in at No. 121.

How will coach Jack Capuano and his Islanders fare in their first season at Barclays Center?
How will coach Jack Capuano and his Islanders fare in their first season at Barclays Center?

The recently relocated Islanders rated the highest on the fan-determined list — with the Barclays Center's newest residents coming in at No.