ESPN experts shut out Knicks in repeat picks

Knicks can keep group without moving Kolek

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 54m1 min read

None of ESPN’s experts think the Knicks will repeat https://t.co/JgZPQYLLld Via @NBA_NewYork on X

What happened: ESPN's 2026-27 forecast panel gave New York no votes to finish on top. New York enters as defending champion after June's parade.

Why it matters: Back-to-back titles demand health and depth across a full season. The second apron punishes teams that carry expensive depth into the spring.

What to watch: New York opens the 2026-27 season in the coming weeks.

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