Bulls vs Knicks, 1992 Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 1

Lore & Background

This kick-started the intense rivalry and made the Knicks into an Eastern Conference powerhouse, replacing the Pistons and Celtics. This was the first of two Game 7's that the Bulls faced in the six seasons they won a championship, the other with the Pacers in the 1998 Eastern Conference Finals. This particular series became intense, with several players, particularly Michael Jordan, Xavier McDaniel, Scottie Pippen, and Greg Anthony getting into arguments.

Reader's Guide

The Bulls, having won six more games than the previous season, were led by Jordan and Pippen. The Knicks were led by Ewing and new head coach Pat Riley. The series went to a decisive Game 7, which the Bulls won 110–81.

Did You Know?

• Shortly after the series, Ewing, Jordan, and Pippen won gold medals as members of the 'Dream Team' at the 1992 Summer Olympics.
• Ewing, Jordan, and Chris Mullin are the only basketball players to win gold medals as amateurs and professionals, having won at the 1984 Summer Olympics.