NBA: New York Knicks' All-Time starting 5

Centre – Patrick Ewing

Ewing led New York to the playoffs 13 times in the 15 seasons he played with the Knicks

There is no argument that Patrick Ewing is the greatest player in Knicks history. Ewing is the team’s all-time leading scorer, rebounder, and shot blocker. He also played the most minutes in team history while making eleven All-Star appearances in 15 seasons with the Knicks.

Ewing led the Knicks to 13 straight playoff appearances which include two trips to the NBA Finals in 1994 and 1999. Although he felt short on bringing another championship to New York, Ewing has left an indelible mark with the Knicks. His No. 33 jersey was retired in 2003 in front of a sold-out MSG.

Honourable Mention: Forward – Carmelo Anthony

Despite a lot of haters, Carmelo Anthony is loved in New York. Anthony played for the Knicks for six and a half seasons, arriving via trade in 2011. He was a perennial All-Star with the Knicks, leading them to the playoffs three times. He ranks seventh in the all-time Knicks scoring list with 10,186 points.