A Historic Milestone

Following a dramatic 105-104 win against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 2 of the 2026 NBA Finals, the New York Knicks have officially extended their playoff winning streak to 13 games. This impressive run has placed them in the upper echelon of NBA history. The current streak now stands as the second-longest in league postseason history, trailing only the 2017 Golden State Warriors, who managed 15 consecutive victories. The Knicks are now within striking distance of that record should they complete a sweep of the Spurs.


Dominance on Both Ends

  • 273: The Knicks have outscored their playoff opponents by a total of 273 points during this stretch—the highest such margin for a 13-game playoff run in history.
  • 123.4: Their offensive rating during this streak is 123.4, a figure that would represent the most efficient offense in league history if maintained over a full 82-game regular season.
  • 101.7: Defensively, the team has been equally stifling, holding a 101.7 rating, which is currently the best in the league over this period.

Efficiency and Teamwork

The team’s balanced performance has been a hallmark of their success. The Knicks have shot 40.2% from three-point range on 440 attempts, a rare mark of efficiency achieved by only two other teams in history during a similar playoff span. Furthermore, the ball movement has been exceptional, as the Knicks have recorded 92 more assists than their opponents over the last 13 games, placing them alongside legendary rosters led by icons like Michael Jordan, Stephen Curry, and Steve Nash.


Key Performers and Milestones

Individual efforts have been equally stellar:

«Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 6.2 assists per game during the 13-game win streak. At no point, regular season or playoffs, has he done that before.»

Meanwhile, 2026 Eastern Conference Finals MVP Jalen Brunson has been instrumental, posting averages of 26.4 points, 6.3 assists, and 2.8 rebounds per game throughout the winning streak.


Historical Context

The Knicks' performance in close-out games has been particularly ruthless. In their three postseason clinchers, they have outscored opponents by a combined 118 points, a level of dominance never before seen in a single playoff year. Additionally, they have tied the 2001 Los Angeles Lakers for the longest road winning streak in playoff history, with eight consecutive victories away from Madison Square Garden.

As the series moves back to New York for Game 3, excitement is reaching a fever pitch. With tickets for the upcoming game at the Garden starting at $9,257, fans are clearly ready to witness if this historic run can continue toward a championship title.