The 1985–86 New York Knicks season was the 40th season of

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. The Knicks had won the first overall pick in the

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in the league's first ever draft lottery, which they used to select

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out of Georgetown Hoyas men's basketball, Georgetown, who was regarded as the most sought-after prospect since Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in 1969 NBA draft, 1969 by ''The New York Times''. He was signed to a six-year $17 million deal, the richest ever for an NBA rookie. Despite Ewing struggling with injuries, he was named Rookie of the Year and was selected to play in the All-Star Game, however, he declined to play due to an injury. Bernard King missed the entire season while recovering from his knee surgery.

Draft picks

Regular season

Season Standings

Record vs. opponents

Roster

Player statistics

Awards and records

*Patrick Ewing, NBA All-Star Game Appearance *Patrick Ewing, NBA Rookie of the Year Award, NBA Rookie of the Year *Patrick Ewing, NBA All-Rookie Team

Records

Milestones

Transactions

References

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