"The Knicks draw the Raptors in the first round if Toronto beats Brooklyn and Atlanta beats Miami, or if Brooklyn beats Toronto, Miami beats Atlanta, and Boston beats Orlando. The tanking Nets are almost certain to lose to the Raptors, while the Hawks are favorites over the Heat, who lack motivation."
"The Knicks can feel fairly safe scouting the Raptors already, as the most likely scenario points to them facing Toronto in the playoffs. However, a less likely scenario could see them matched against the Hawks if Miami beats Atlanta and Boston beats Orlando."
The Knicks have secured the third seed and are resting four starters in their final game against the Hornets. Their first-round opponent is likely to be the Raptors, depending on the outcomes of several games happening simultaneously. The Knicks' playoff scenario hinges on the results of the Raptors, Hawks, and other teams. The most probable outcome is facing the Raptors, while a less likely scenario could see them matched up against the Hawks if certain results occur.
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