How awesome has it been to see the Knicks come out of halftime and really turn the screws on another team? Continuity is probably the most overlooked attribute to success, OG coming in and playing lights out not withstanding.
It was tough to see our homegrown players all go. Lots of the hype since Leon took over was centered around Obi, RJ, IQ, and Grimes. Mitchell Robinson and Deuce are the only draft picks to still be on the team. But kudos to the front office for trading them for guys who are better fits.
One thing that's really stood out about this team is their ability to beat the teams they should. Particularly during the Melo years, the Knicks had a tendency to play to the level of their competition, often following marquee wins with a loss to a bottom feeder. Against Brooklyn, Charlotte, Memphis, Toronto, Houston, Detroit, Utah, San Antonio, and Washington the Knicks went 21-3 (aka vs. lottery teams). That's something to celebrate.
Of course the flip side is going .500 vs playoff and play- in teams, meaning Nalod is right that we should temper our expectations. One thing for sure is that the Knicks don't give up and will put on a fight for 48 minutes.
The Knicks starting five of Brunson DDV OG Hart and Hart all leveled up this season. I can't wait for the playoffs to start.