1991–92 New York Knicks season
| 1991–92 New York Knicks season | |
|---|---|
| Anthony Mason's first season with the Knicks | |
| Head coach | Pat Riley |
| General manager | Ernie Grunfeld |
| Owner(s) | Paramount Communications, Inc. |
| Arena | Madison Square Garden |
| Results | |
| Record | 51–31 (.622) |
| Place |
Division: 2nd (Atlantic) Conference: 4th (Eastern) |
| Playoff finish |
East Conference Semifinals (eliminated 3–4) |
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Stats @ Basketball-Reference.com |
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| Local media | |
| Television | MSG Network, EMI |
| Radio | WFAN |
The 1991–92 New York Knicks season was the 46th season of the National Basketball Association in New York City. In the offseason, the Knicks hired Pat Riley to take over as head coach, while acquiring All-Star forward Xavier McDaniel from the Phoenix Suns, and signing free agent Anthony Mason. Riley, who previously coached the Los Angeles Lakers two years ago had an impact as the Knicks finished second in the Atlantic Division with a 51–31 record. In the first round of the playoffs, the Knicks eliminated the Detroit Pistons in five games. In the semifinals, the Knicks faced off against the defending champion Chicago Bulls for the second straight year. The Knicks frustrated the Bulls and Michael Jordan with their physical play. The Knicks lost in seven games as the Bulls–Knicks rivalry was born.
Following the season, McDaniel signed as a free agent with the Boston Celtics,Mark Jackson was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers, and Gerald Wilkins signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
(4) New York Knicks vs. (5) Detroit Pistons: Knicks win series 3–2
Last Playoff Meeting: 1990 Eastern Conference Semifinals (Detroit won 4–1)
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