Sports New York Knicks clinch first playoff spot since 2012-13 season with Boston Celtics’ loss May 12, 2021Matt Eppers, USA TODAYComments Off on New York Knicks clinch first playoff spot since 2012-13 season with Boston Celtics’ loss The Knicks clinched their first playoff berth since 2013, completing a quick turnaround under first-year coach Tom Thibodeau and a new front office.