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Ana Zortea discusses James Dolan's sex abstinence request for Knicks players

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Ana Zortea discusses James Dolan's sex abstinence request for Knicks players
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Ana Zortea, girlfriend of Knicks player Miles 'Deuce' McBride, spoke about owner James Dolan's suggestion for players to abstain from sex during their playoff run. This request, made during a speech on April 3, aimed to provide a competitive edge as the Knicks pursued their first NBA Championship in 53 years. Zortea revealed she only learned of the rule after the Knicks' title victory. The team finished the playoffs with a 16-3 record, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 4-1 in the Finals on June 13, 2026. Zortea's remarks come after the Knicks celebrated their championship with a parade in New York City on June 18.

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  • •James Dolan suggested players abstain from sex to gain an edge.
  • •Ana Zortea was unaware of this request until after the championship.
  • •The Knicks ended a 53-year title drought by winning the 2026 NBA Championship.
  • •The team had a playoff record of 16-3, including a 4-1 Finals win over the Spurs.
  • •New York celebrated with a championship parade on June 18, 2026.
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  • 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Ana Zortea, Miles 'Deuce' McBride's Girlfriend, Speaks Out on Knicks Owner’s Viral ‘Give Up Sex’ Request During Team’s NBA Title Run (Exclusive)
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Zortea opened up about Knicks owner James Dolan asking the team to 'give up sex' during the 10-week playoff run in the latest episode of PEOPLE's 'WAG World' series

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