New York Knicks Playoff History- What Does the Knicks’ Playoff Record Look Like?

The New York Knickerbockers or the New York Knicks are one of the two teams located in New York City, alongside the Brooklyn Nets. While several franchises have moved their cities, the Knicks and the Boston Celtics remain the only two NBA teams still located in their original cities. 

The Knicks were a powerful team before the 2000, but started to falter post that, struggling to maintain their dominance. 

They are two-time champions and hold a rich playoff record, having made it to the postseason 46 times. In the current season, the Knicks are seeded third in the East and secured their third consecutive playoff berth after recording a commanding win over the Miami Heat. This is their longest streak since 2011-13. They are set to begin their 2025 playoff journey clashing against the Detroit Pistons in the first round series.

They became the third team to book a berth in the Eastern Conference bracket, joining the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics. In the first round, they moved past the Detroit Pistons with a 4-2 win in a hard-fought series. In the Eastern Conference semifinals, they are paired against reigning champions, Boston Celtics.

Let’s dive deep into what their playoff history looks like- 

How Many Times Have the New York Knicks Been to the NBA Playoffs?

The New York Knicks have played 79 seasons and made it to the postseason 46 times. In those seasons, they have played 84 playoff series, where they recorded 44 wins and 41 losses. They have been to the NBA Finals a total of eight times in 1951, 1952, 1953, 1970, 1972, 1973, 1994 and 1999. 

The Knicks have clinched two Championships. However, their last championship came in 1973, which means they have a 52-year-long trophy drought.

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What Is the New York Knicks’ Win-Loss Record in the NBA Playoffs?

The New York Knicks have made the postseason 46 times and in those years, played 85 playoff series. They own a 51.8 winning percentage, having won 44 times and losing 41. 

Here are the top four seasons the New York Knicks have made it to the playoffs- 

When Was New York Knicks’ Last Playoff Appearance?

The last time the New York Knicks appeared in the playoffs was in 2025. They made it to the playoffs as the 3rd seed in the East with a 51-31 season record. 

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They took down the Detroit Pistons 4-2 in the Eastern Conference First Round, and booked a conference semifinal berth against the Boston Celtics.

How Many Finals Have New York Knicks Won? 

The New York Knicks have won two championships, 1970 and 1973. Since then they have managed to make it to the NBA Finals only twice, 1994 and 1999 but failed to clinch any championship. 

In the 1994 finals, they lost 3-4 to the Houston Rockets and lost the 1999 Finals to the San Antonio Spurs 1-4. The Knicks have had their 12th best regular season this year with a 46-27 tally so far. Despite having a struggling season, the Knicks will aim to make the most of their opportunity and end their 26-year-long NBA Finals drought.