Optimism time for Knicks fans?

Watching last night's game against the Mavs, I gotta say I was impressed with the energy in the Garden. I haven't heard it that loud since the late 90s Spree/Houston/Camby era and I was watching at home no less. I think the Knicks have a great chance to contend for the last playoff spot at this point considering how bad the teams outside the top 7 (Detroit,Indiana,New Jersey,Cleveland,Miami,Milwaukee, Philly) are. Even if they get ousted in the first round, a playoff appearance is a necessary starting point to turning this team around. And for God's sake, play Frye more!