In a weird way, there’s a positive vibe around the New York Knicks. There’s a new regime leading the way and the influx of young talent has fans daydreaming about what could be if everyone reaches their potential. Kristaps Porzingis’ injury puts a damper on things, but that just means the Knicks can supplement the young talent with another lottery pick.
Expectations are a major reason why all seems well at Penn Plaza. The expectations going into this season are reasonable. Playoffs are out of reach despite the debilitated Eastern Conference. Outside of Kristaps Porzingis making a miraculous return to the court far earlier than anyone expects, this team lacks the talent to make a run to the playoffs.