The New York Knicks rode one of the top defenses in the league into the Playoffs. Their offense kept them from advancing. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger/Pool Photo-USA TODAY Sports
When the Orlando Magic visited Madison Square Garden on March 18, they were headed in a downward direction. They were a week away from the trade deadline sell-off that would transform the team. They were clinging to some very thin hopes of making a playoff push.
They knew this was a must-win game to keep the ship from completely sinking.
The New York Knicks were the opposite.