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New York Knicks Playoff Chances 2026-27

The New York Knicks are 6-6, 6th in the East, in line for a direct playoff spot. They make the playoffs in 86% of our simulations and win the NBA title in 5%.

Updated · Through games of November 14, 2026 · 13 of 80 games played per team on average

86%Make playoffs
72%Top 6 (no play-in)
27%Reach conf. finals
5%Win NBA title
44-36Projected record
11thPower rating rank
68Games left (33 home)
L2Streak

Next 10 games

DateOpponentWin prob.Playoffs if WPlayoffs if L
Sun, Nov 15@ Toronto Raptors (5-7)49%91%82%
Tue, Nov 17@ Toronto Raptors (5-7)49%91%81%
Thu, Nov 19@ Minnesota Timberwolves (9-3)32%––
Sat, Nov 21vs Portland Trail Blazers (9-3)52%––
Sun, Nov 22vs Indiana Pacers (5-8)70%90%79%
Wed, Nov 25vs Cleveland Cavaliers (7-7)62%90%80%
Fri, Nov 27vs Miami Heat (7-6)66%89%80%
Sun, Nov 29vs Atlanta Hawks (7-5)66%––
Tue, Dec 1@ Chicago Bulls (3-9)61%90%81%
Wed, Dec 2@ Milwaukee Bucks (1-12)70%89%80%

Atlantic standings

TeamW-LPlayoffsWin div
Boston Celtics10-299%70%
Philadelphia 76ers10-388%14%
New York Knicks6-686%12%
Toronto Raptors5-764%3%
Brooklyn Nets3-823%<1%

Playoff path

MilestoneChance
Make the playoffs86%
Finish top six72%
Play-in (7th–10th)23%
Win a first-round series51%
Reach the conference finals27%
Reach the NBA Finals13%
Win the NBA title5%

Frequently asked questions

Will the New York Knicks make the playoffs?

Our model gives the Knicks a 86% chance to make the 2027 NBA playoffs, including a 72% chance to finish in the top six and avoid the play-in. They are 6-6 and 6th in the East, in line for a direct playoff spot.

What are the New York Knicks' chances to win the NBA title?

5%, with a 13% chance to reach the NBA Finals.

What is the New York Knicks' projected record?

About 44-36, based on 10,000 simulations of the remaining schedule.