Tom Thibodeau, Knicks. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
The 2020-21 New York Knicks have remained consistent in one area of the game since the opening tip of the season: Defense. This Knicks’ season has been a rollercoaster consisting of remarkable wins, devastating losses, big performances, long slumps, and a variety of players playing different roles.
We’ve seen individual development from some of The Knicks’ younger players, and it’s become a fun balance of winning basketball and growth for the future. One thing has remained consistent all season long: Team defense.
The Knicks have been top-5 in the league in defensive rating all season long and they currently have the 4th highest rating in the NBA.