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Blue Wigs and Bad Words: Knicks Fans Are Ready for the Playoffs.

Knicks fans are grabbing their blue and orange gear, and all of their resolve, for what they hope will be a long playoff run.

By Kris Rhim and Gabriela Bhaskar

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NHL and NBA Playoffs Give New York Fans a Lot to Celebrate

All five professional winter-season teams in the metro area made the playoffs for the first time since 1994.

By David Waldstein

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For Those Chasing N.C.A.A. Glory, Madison Square Garden Is More Than Another Stop

Some players grew up in New York but hadn’t played on its biggest stage. Others were learning about it anew in this N.C.A.A. men’s tournament.

By Adam Zagoria

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Willis Reed, Hall of Fame Center for Champion Knicks, Dies at 80

He was beloved by New York fans for his willingness to play hurt, as memorably exemplified in the decisive Game 7 of the 1970 N.B.A. finals at Madison Square Garden.

By Harvey Araton