Aaron Judge highlights Yankees' World Series hopes after Knicks title win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:04 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship since 1973 with a victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Knicks guard Jalen Brunson starred in the Finals, averaging 32.6 points per game and finishing with 45 points in Game 5. After the Knicks' title win, Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge expressed hope for a Yankees World Series title later this year. Judge, currently on the injured list, made the comments during an interview as the Yankees prepare to face the Chicago White Sox. The Yankees hold a 44-27 record, leading the AL East and winning seven of their last eight games.
- •Knicks win first NBA title since 1973.
- •Jalen Brunson averages 32.6 points in Finals.
- •Aaron Judge supports Yankees' World Series ambitions.
- •Yankees lead AL East with a 44-27 record.
- •Judge is currently on the injured list.
- 9:04 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees' Aaron Judge delivers World Series message after Knicks championship win
"The New York Knicks secured the franchise's first NBA title since 1973 with an NBA Finals victory over the San Antonio Spurs.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- MLB•Sep 4, 2026, 4:22 PMMLB playoff tracker 2026: Clinching scenarios, bracket, schedule - ESPN
MLB•Sep 4, 2026, 4:06 PMGuardians score today, lineups vs Toronto Blue Jays at Progressive Field
MLB•Sep 4, 2026, 3:51 PMMets Fans Will Hate To See What Happened In Thursday's Orioles-Red Sox Game- MLB•Sep 4, 2026, 3:39 PMDodgers reportedly had interest in 2 Yankees catchers at trade deadline
- MLB•Sep 4, 2026, 3:17 PMThe Trent Grisham issue Yankees fans should be concerned about
- MLB•Sep 4, 2026, 3:00 PMHow Jazz Chisholm Jr. could be 'huge issue' for Yankees in postseason
