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The problem with starting with DS9 is that Sisko's entire backstory makes no sense without having seen Best of Both Worlds.
I wouldn't say it makes no sense, and I agree that DS9 is better informed by watching TNG first. But I think Sisko's backstory relatable enough and explained enough in DS9's intro episodes. At minimum you need to know that Sisko just lost his wife and is disillusioned with his career.
It's also that O'Brien's and Worf's arcs are a lot cooler of you've seen them in TNG first.
His wife is dead. You don't need to know much more than that.