New York Knicks Playoffs 2027
New York Knicks 2027 playoff page. The Knicks are 0-0, 3rd in the Atlantic with a 0 point differential. They are in the hunt, level with the last Play-In spot on record with 82 games left.
Next up: home to the Philadelphia 76ers (0-0) on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.000 record, including 18 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Knicks Playoff Outlook
Next game
vs 
Philadelphia 76ers (0-0)
What it takes
Level with the last playoff spot on record, behind on tiebreakers. They need to win and get help from the teams above them.
Remaining schedule
24 games left · opponents’ record 0.000 · 18 vs current playoff teams
Atlantic Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Boston Celtics | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 2 |  Brooklyn Nets | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 3 | New York Knicks | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 4 | Philadelphia 76ers | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 5 |  Toronto Raptors | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
Season Trend
Knicks Playoff Push: 2026-27 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs 76ers | 0-0 | ||
| 2 | at Celtics #2 | 0-0 | ||
| 3 | vs  Magic | 0-0 | ||
| 4 | vs  Pistons #7 | 0-0 | ||
| 5 | at  Bulls #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 6 | at 76ers | 0-0 | ||
| 7 | vs Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 8 | vs Bulls #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 9 | at  Cavaliers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 10 | vs  Bucks #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 11 | vs Cavaliers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 12 | at  Pacers #8 | 0-0 | ||
| 13 | at Raptors | 0-0 | ||
| 14 | at Raptors | 0-0 | ||
| 15 | at  Timberwolves #8 | 0-0 | ||
| 16 | vs  Trail Blazers | 0-0 | ||
| 17 | vs Pacers #8 | 0-0 | ||
| 18 | vs Cavaliers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 19 | vs  Heat #9 | 0-0 | ||
| 20 | vs  Hawks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 21 | at Bulls #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 22 | at Bucks #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 23 | at Heat #9 | 0-0 | ||
| 24 | at  Rockets #4 | 0-0 |
This New York Knicks playoffs page refreshes after every Knicks game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the East playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
New York Knicks playoffs FAQ
Are the New York Knicks in the 2027 playoffs?
Not yet. They are level with the last Play-In spot with 82 games to play.
What seed would the Knicks be?
They are outside the eight playoff spots in the East today.
Who leads the Atlantic?
Boston Celtics (0-0); the Knicks are 3rd.
When is the next Knicks game?
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT, home to the Philadelphia 76ers.
How hard is the Knicks remaining schedule?
24 games left against opponents with a combined 0.000 record; 18 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Knicks clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Atlantic, or finish with one of the five best records among East non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Knicks record at home and on the road?
0-0 at home, 0-0 away; 0-0 in the division and 0-0 in the conference.