Brunson and Hart say childhood dreams still guide them: the ultimate aim is a championship with the Knicks, framed as a team journey and continuous self-improvement rather than individual glory. A near-miss in last season’s East finals fuels the drive. Opening night against Cleveland tests that mindset as New York chases a deep playoff run, with fantasy-friendly production from the Brunson-Hart backcourt and a supportive cast ready to deliver clutch moments all season.