The New York Knicks may be the third-seed in the Eastern Conference standings at 35-21 and are constantly being listed in the upper echelon of 2026 NBA Championship odds, but, as of late, it seems people are gradually souring on their ability to win their first title since 1973.
The Ringer's Howard Beck is the most recent noteworthy figure to voice his concern about the state of this squad, as he's now publicly wondering whether Leon Rose and company could consider waiving the white flag on their current core come the offseason should they fall short of an NBA Finals berth.