Carmelo Anthony toasts Knicks' first championship in 53 years
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 3:11 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Carmelo Anthony celebrated the New York Knicks winning their first championship in 53 years on June 19, 2026. The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games, overcoming significant double-digit deficits throughout the series. Anthony, who played for the Knicks from 2011 to 2017, expressed his joy in a toast to the team, highlighting the sustained efforts of players and fans. He reflected on the 53-year journey and recognized the challenges faced during his own tenure with the team.
- •Knicks secure championship, defeating Spurs in five games.
- •Anthony played with the Knicks from 2011 to 2017.
- •New York faced double-digit deficits in every Finals game.
- •Anthony acknowledged the contributions of past and present players.
- •The win ends New York's 53-year championship drought.
- 3:11 AMYahoo Sports — Carmelo Anthony’s perfect toast for Knicks’ first championship in 53 years
"Carmelo Anthony played for the New York Knicks during his prime from 2011 to 2017. His move to his hometown team created a lot of buzz around the NBA. However, he failed to deliver a championship despite his strong play.…
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