Every season begins with a modicum of excitement in some form, only to turn to grave disappointment. The playoffs, more often than not, are a pipe dream. Strong draft picks are a rarity.
Free-agent signings, more often than not, become reasons not to spend money despite how much the Knicks may need to add a big name.
The 2019-20 season expects to offer more of the same, but there’s something different about these New York Knicks. They have swagger. Nobody is afraid to be tough on defense, even if some actions are frowned upon. It’s as though everyone understands this season is not so much about winning it all but working towards the common goal of being a winning team again.