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John McEnroe eager to attend Knicks' NBA Finals home game after French Open

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:04 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

John McEnroe eager to attend Knicks' NBA Finals home game after French Open

Summary

John McEnroe, currently commentating at the French Open in Paris, expresses excitement to return home for the New York Knicks' first home game of the NBA Finals. Having waited 53 years since the Knicks last championship in 1973, McEnroe underscores the significance of facing Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs. He praised the current Knicks team and predicted they could win the series in six games. The French Open concludes Sunday, with McEnroe hoping to be present for Game 3 on Monday.

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By the Numbers

•McEnroe was 14 when the Knicks last won the NBA title.
•The Knicks' first home game of the NBA Finals is scheduled for June 2.
•McEnroe called Wembanyama ‘out of this world’ and anticipates a challenging matchup.
•McEnroe's favorite current player on the Knicks is Josh Hart.
•He predicts the Knicks will win the series in six games.

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10:04 PMYahoo Sports — John McEnroe is anxious to wrap up French Open duties and cheer on the Knicks

What they're saying

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John McEnroe was 14 when the New York Knicks last won the NBA title. Now 67, the former top-ranked tennis player and basketball fan is anxious to get back home from his TV commentating duties at the French Open in time to attend the Knicks’ first home game of the NBA Finals. Game 3 of the NBA Finals is in New York the next day.
— Yahoo Sportsby ANDREW DAMPF

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