Josh Hart credits Oklahoma City Thunder for Knicks' championship success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:01 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Josh Hart discussed the New York Knicks' NBA championship win, revealing that the team credited the Oklahoma City Thunder for their success. Following a parade to celebrate their 2026 title, Hart highlighted the Knicks' unexpected dominance in the playoffs, finishing with a 16-3 record after a regular season that saw them struggle at times. Despite being viewed as underdogs against the Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs, the Knicks performed admirably, often coming from behind in games. Hart's comments came during a special episode of the Roommates Show, just a day after the championship parade.
- •Knicks won the NBA championship on June 20, 2026.
- •Josh Hart averaged 10.4 points, 8.9 rebounds in the playoffs.
- •Knicks had a 16-3 postseason record after a lackluster regular season.
- •Hart said Spurs underestimated opponents in the playoffs.
- •New York won the finals despite being perceived as underdogs.
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