Knicks achieve highest offensive efficiency for East champion in NBA Finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 4:55 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Knicks are in the NBA Finals, posting a 123.3 offensive rating against Eastern Conference opponents. This efficiency marks the highest intraconference rating for an East champion since the NBA's playoff format changed in 2003, overtaking the mark set by LeBron James' 2017 Cavaliers. The Knicks' strong performance is a significant achievement as they aim for the championship.
- •Knicks reach NBA Finals with a 123.3 offensive rating.
- •This is the highest offensive efficiency for an East champion since 2003.
- •Previous record held by LeBron James' 2017 Cavaliers.
- •The Knicks face competition after dominating the Eastern Conference.
- •Their performance could impact future playoff strategies.
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