The New York Knicks are one of the most iconic franchises in all of sports, representing Manhattan in the NBA's Eastern Conference Atlantic Division. They play their historic home games at Madison Square Garden, "The World's Most Famous Arena." Officially the New York Knickerbockers, the team was founded in 1946 and is one of the NBA's two original franchises still in its city. The team's colors are blue, orange, and white, owned by Madison Square Garden Sports, with Tom Thibodeau serving as head coach. The name "Knickerbockers" comes from the pseudonym used by Washington Irving and refers to the Dutch settlers of New York. The Knicks' golden era came in the early 1970s, led by Willis Reed, Walt "Clyde" Frazier, and Bill Bradley, winning championships in 1970 and 1973. The 1990s under Pat Riley and Jeff Van Gundy saw the tough, defensive-minded teams of Patrick Ewing reach the Finals twice. The modern Knicks, after years of struggle, have re-emerged as a competitive force under Thibodeau, built around Jalen Brunson, Julius Randle, and a relentless defensive identity, making deep playoff runs. The fan base is legendary for its passion, knowledge, and the electrifying atmosphere at MSG. Simply put, the Knicks are the heartbeat of New York City basketball, a franchise where every game is an event.