The New York Knicks are NYC’s legendary NBA basketball team. Dominicans and Puerto Ricans love basketball, and the Knicks are led by key players from both communities. These are our Knicks!
Latin Knicks in 2026
Karl-Anthony Towns (Bodega KAT) #32 is a 7-foot tall Dominican center. In April 2026, he leads the team in rebounds and is second in points. KAT plays for the Dominican Republic national team. 🇩🇴
José Alvarado “Grand Theft Alvarado” #5 is known for his steals. The Brooklyn Puerto Rican plays for the Puerto Rican national team. 🇵🇷
Playoffs
Knicks enter the playoffs as the No. 3 Eastern Conference seed behind the Detroit Pistons and Boston Celtics.
New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks 🇩🇴 🇵🇷
Karl-Anthony Towns & José Alvarado
Eastern Conference Playoffs First Round Game 1 of 7
Madison Square Garden, Chelsea; and Prime Video
Apr 18, Sat, 6pm
New York Knicks vs Atlanta Hawks 🇩🇴 🇵🇷
Karl-Anthony Towns & José Alvarado
Eastern Conference Playoffs First Round Game 2 of 7
Madison Square Garden, Chelsea; and Prime Video
TBD
Big Games
New York Knicks vs. Charlotte Hornets 🇩🇴 🇵🇷
Last home game of the season
Madison Square Garden, Chelsea
Apr 12, Sun,
New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics 🇩🇴 🇵🇷
Playoff seeding battle #2 and #3 Eastern Conference rivals
Madison Square Garden, Chelsea
Apr 9, Thu, 7:30pm
At the start of April, the Knicks have clinched a playoff spot.