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A frequent comment from others suggests that the East is wide open, but Evan strongly disagrees. He contends that the conference is not particularly strong or deep, and the Knicks should be considered heavy favorites. Jaylen Brunson echoes this sentiment, expressing that the East is competitive but not overwhelmingly so and that teams should respect the process and the competition each night.
In this context, Evan underscores that the Knicks’ combination of star power, depth, and experience makes them the clear-cut favorites—“the team to beat." He dismisses notions that injuries or unpredictability will derail their quest, asserting that they are the most complete and prepared squad in the East.