In 25 games the Knicks have posted a 104.7 defensive rating, according to NBA.com, and no other team is really even close.

On the cusp of his first Finals appearance, Patrick Ewing drags the Knicks over the line with 24 points and 22 rebounds, including a late put-back slam to seal it.

Indiana survives a huge game from Carmelo Anthony to finish off the Knicks behind a balanced attack. After four unsuccessful conference finals appearances in the 1990s, the fifth time proved a charm ...