Knicks Playoff Picture: Chances, Bracket, Seed for 2026

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 06: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks dribbles against the Indiana Pacers during Game One of the Eastern Conference Second Round Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 06, 2024 in New York City.
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Following a run to the Eastern Conference finals, the New York Knicks are among the top contenders for the 2026 NBA playoff picture.

Knicks Playoff Chances

The Knicks’ playoff odds are -10000, which gives them an implied probability of 99.01% in 2025-26.

Here’s how their postseason odds compare to the Atlantic Division:

  • Knicks: -10000
  • Celtics: -1400
  • Raptors: -250
  • 76ers: -150
  • Nets: +8000

Knicks Playoff Seed

If the season ended today, the Knicks would be the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. They’d face the first play-in winner in Round 1.

Here’s the current East bracket:

Last Time the Knicks Made the Playoffs

The Knicks reached the playoffs in 2025, losing to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals.

New York has notched three straight postseason berths.

Knicks Playoff History

  • Playoff appearances: 46
  • NBA championships: 2

NBA Playoffs Odds

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Shane Thurston is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM, covering MLB and NBA. After graduating from the University of Kansas, his previous stops include MLB.com, Lawrence Journal-World, Manhattan Mercury, Bet Chicago Sports, WynnBET, and Sportsbook Review.

Shane Thurston is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM, covering MLB and NBA. After graduating from the University of Kansas, his previous stops include MLB.com, Lawrence Journal-World, Manhattan Mercury, Bet Chicago Sports, WynnBET, and Sportsbook Review.