Ewing’s Painful Final Push | New York Knicks News

Patrick Ewing, at 36 and still averaging over 20 points and 10 rebounds, was New York’s last hope for a championship — until a brutal wrist injury during a game against the Bucks shattered his season. Forced into emergency surgery and unable to shoot free throws due to agony, he still returned for the playoffs, playing through excruciating pain in four games against Indiana. Though the Knicks won their first-round series, Ewing’s heroic effort couldn’t carry them past the Pacers — a poignant end to a season that could’ve been legendary, underscored by his unwavering loyalty to the city and team. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/581ef0e4e7ae4a18