The Knicks have finally done it. They have bested their hated rival in the Boston Celtics to move onto the Conference Finals round for the first time in 25 years. From starting off the series with the first back-to-back 20 point comeback wins in NBA Playoff history in Boston to breaking the streak of not being able to close a playoff series at MSG, this series represents a new beginning for the Knicks. Mikal Bridge’s incredible defensive plays, the rise of Mitchell Robinson, and of course the clutch gene of our captain Jalen Brunson have proved that this team is different and ready to continue this run in the next round.

This city is not ready to handle the Knicks winning the championship. NYPD is not ready! People in the national media are trying to clown on the Knick faithful for celebrating too early, but they do not understand. This fanbase has been ravenous for the past 25 years. Social media didn’t even exist last time we made it this far. Don’t be ashamed Knicks Fans, we deserve this. BING BONG!!

In the first Subway Series of the year on the MLB’s new Rivalry Weekend, the Yankees best the Mets with a 2-1 series win. After the Yankees handily took game 1, the Mets edged out the Yankees 3-2 in a tightly contested game 2. Francisco Lindor delivered a go-ahead sac fly in the ninth inning, breaking a 2-2 tie with Aaron Judge going 0-for-5 on the day. It all came down to Sunday Night Baseball, the most watched MLB regular season game in 7 years. The Yankees clinched the series with an 8-2 victory, highlighted by Cody Bellinger's standout performance. Bellinger went 3-for-3 with a two-run double and a grand slam in the eighth inning, totaling six RBIs. His grand slam came after a crucial throwing error by Pete Alonso, which sparked a six-run inning for the Yankees.

While the Mets and Yankees have always been rivals, these two ball clubs really came to a head with Juan Soto’s return to the Bronx. The Yankee fans booed and yelled explicatives at Juan Soto all game while he put up a 1-for-10 batting performance on the series. The Yankee fans take this one, but this will be a battle for years to come.

While its certainly not time to talk about the offseason for the Knicks, the other basketball squad in town has certainly moved on from this season. Generational talent and one of the top basketball players in the world, Giannis Antetokounmpo, is seemingly unhappy in Milwaukee. Over the weekend he posted about how New York is his favorite city to play in, sparking rumors of his desire to play for the Knicks/Nets. The Nets currently hold +750 (11.8%) odds to land Giannis for next season.

RISERS: Mikal Bridges 4th quarter surges and late game defensive heroics have been crucial to this Knicks run. Cody Bellinger has been on a hot streak after a slow start capped off with a grand slam against the Mets. Mitchell Robinson has ascended to new heights and currently leads the Knicks in plus-minus. Edwin Diaz has been the best closer in the league during this past stretch, striking out 11 batters in 8 1/3 scoreless innings with just two walks. Will Warren has returned to form after a rough start to the year, securing his spot as 3rd starter.

LOSERS: Juan Soto continues to not produce at the same level as seasons prior after signing his $765 million contract. Jasson Dominguez defensive struggles have him as one of the worst outfielders in the league. Pete Alonso made a costly error that lost the Subway Series on Sunday Night. Precious Achiuwa has completely disappeared from the Knicks rotation and had some bad minutes in the Boston series. Anthony Volpe continues to not produce hits with runners on base.