Dolphins rise in title drought rankings after Knicks' NBA Finals win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 10:39 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The New York Knicks won the NBA Finals on June 13, 2026, ending a 53-year title drought by defeating the San Antonio Spurs in five games. This victory elevates the Miami Dolphins' position in the list of longest title droughts among major U.S. sports teams. The Dolphins last won the Super Bowl after the 1973 season, with their last championship celebrated on January 13, 1974. With the Knicks’ win, the Dolphins now sit at 52 years without a championship, trailing several teams including the Arizona Cardinals and Cleveland Guardians.
- •Knicks end 53-year championship drought by winning the NBA Finals.
- •Miami Dolphins last won the Super Bowl in 1974.
- •Dolphins' title drought now ranks them 12th among major sports teams.
- •List topped by Arizona Cardinals at 78 years without a title.
- 10:39 PMYahoo Sports — Where do Dolphins rank in longest title droughts after Knicks win?
"The New York Knicks won the NBA Finals on Saturday after 53 years. Where does the Miami Dolphins title drought rank among professional teams?
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