The New York Knicks hold the strongest position among Eastern Conference contenders after sweeping the Philadelphia 76ers in the semifinals, entering the conference finals with fresh legs and proven playoff momentum. Trader consensus on the Knicks at 66.5% reflects their regular-season consistency, home-court edge in a best-of-seven series, and the wear from the ongoing Pistons-Cavaliers semifinal, which remains tied 3-3 ahead of a decisive Game 7. The Detroit Pistons, despite earning the top seed with a 60-22 record, face an uphill climb at 25.1% after splitting the first six games against Cleveland. The Cavaliers sit at 10.5% as the lower seed still chasing an upset in a matchup defined by recent back-and-forth results and limited rest for the winner.