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As discussions turned to the Knicks' playoff outlook, Bontemps was frank—he did not foresee a realistic path beyond the second round barring unforeseen injuries to other teams. He acknowledged the current landscape of the Eastern Conference, where the Knicks find themselves potentially facing formidable opponents early in the playoffs.
The emphasis shifted to New York’s need for a clear game plan and roster stability. Incorporating the lessons from past seasons, moves made for Towns and his fellow Villanova alumni would be scrutinized based on the success they yield this spring.