With a dominant 119-81 Game 6 victory over the defending NBA champion Boston Celtics, the Knicks advanced to the conference finals, igniting New York's passionate fan base into a blaze of celebration.

putting the defending champions one game away from a stunning elimination. After a sublime performance, the Knicks are now one win away from their first conference finals appearance in 25 years.

Can they do it again to force a decisive Game 7? The defending champs are still alive. Facing elimination for the first time in two years and missing their best player, the Boston Celtics ...

The defending NBA champions will play either the New York Knicks or Detroit Pistons in the second round. The Knicks lead their series 3-2 despite falling 106-103 earlier Tuesday in New York.