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Therapy Required: How New York Teams Keep Us Hooked
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When the pressure mounts in New York sports, true character emerges. Tonight at Madison Square Garden, we witnessed the resilient spirit that defines this Knicks team and this city.
Down 3-1 against Indiana after Tyrese Haliburton's historic, turnover-free triple-double in Game 4, many counted the Knicks out. Instead, they responded with a defensive masterclass, holding the high-scoring Pacers to just 45 first-half points. Jalen Brunson, the undisputed King of New York, tallied 32 points and set a franchise record with his 21st 30+ point playoff game. This wasn't just a win – it was a statement that this team doesn't quit.
The series now shifts back to Indiana for Game 6, but the pressure has dramatically flipped. The Pacers haven't lost three straight all season, but they now face the specter of a potential Game 7 at the Garden – perhaps the most intimidating environment in basketball.
Meanwhile, baseball offers its own fascinating narratives. The Yankees have thrived without Juan Soto, finding balance with additions like Goldschmidt and Freed while Judge flirts with .400. The Mets are quietly 12 games over .500 despite struggling with runners in scoring position, leading the league in rotation ERA and poised to capitalize on a favorable upcoming schedule.
As we hit Memorial Day – baseball's first true checkpoint – both New York teams find themselves well-positioned, though taking different paths to success. Across town, Jets fans have reason for optimism with Justin Fields impressing coaches at OTAs, while Dolphins fans watch their team conduct what appears to be a complete teardown.
Whether you're backing the Knicks, Yankees, Mets, or Jets, it's a rare moment when hope springs eternal across New York sports. Share your thoughts on our hotline at 732-588-6869 and follow us @riceontheradio on Instagram for more unfiltered New York sports talk.
Chapters
1. Knicks playoff rollercoaster (00:00:00)
2. Game 5 Garden electric atmosphere (00:08:46)
3. OKC Thunder reach NBA Finals (00:10:46)
4. Yankees rolling with balanced roster (00:17:30)
5. Mets finding their stride (00:23:01)
6. MLB season checkpoint review (00:28:15)
7. Jets offseason and Dolphins housecleaning (00:34:32)
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