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Jalen Brunson named NBA Finals MVP as Knicks win championship

4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 10:43 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Jalen Brunson named NBA Finals MVP as Knicks win championship

Summary

Jalen Brunson has been awarded the 2026 NBA Finals MVP after the New York Knicks secured their first championship since 1973, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in a decisive Game 5. Brunson scored 45 points in the final match, helping lead his team to a 94-90 victory. Throughout the series, he averaged 32.6 points per game and had multiple standout performances, including significant contributions in a historic comeback from a 29-point deficit in Game 4. Brunson's accolades this season also include being a three-time All-Star and winning the In-Season Tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Brunson scores 45 points in Game 5 to clinch the series.
•Knicks win their first championship since 1973.
•Brunson averages 32.6 points per game in the Finals.
•New York overcame a 29-point deficit in Game 4.
•Brunson receives unanimous Finals MVP selection.

Latest Updates

10:43 PMYahoo Sports — 'King of New York': All of Jalen Brunson's stat achievements in Knicks' NBA title run
3:48 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks guard Jalen Brunson wins NBA Finals MVP after historic showing
3:48 AMYahoo Sports — Jalen Brunson wins NBA Finals MVP after all-time run through playoffs
3:47 AMYahoo Sports — NY Knicks Jalen Brunson named 2026 NBA Finals MVP

What they're saying

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Jalen Brunson is not just bagging the NBA Finals MVP award and Larry O'Brien trophy after the Knicks won, he is also bringing home a load of historic statistical achievements.
— Yahoo Sports