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Julian Champagnie highlights Bishop Loughlin and Christ the King rivalry in NBA finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 12:00 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Julian Champagnie highlights Bishop Loughlin and Christ the King rivalry in NBA finals

Summary

During Game 1 of the NBA finals, Julian Champagnie reignited the historic rivalry between Bishop Loughlin Memorial and Christ the King. He sparked a viral moment with Jose Alvarado when he made a three-pointer, reflecting their high school competition. Champagnie, a former Bishop Loughlin standout, and Alvarado, who attended Christ the King, often faced off during their varsity careers. Following the Knicks' win in Game 1, they will meet again in Game 3 on June 8 at Madison Square Garden.

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By the Numbers

•Julian Champagnie hit a key three-pointer over Jose Alvarado in Game 1.
•The Knicks are currently facing the Spurs in the NBA finals.
•Champagnie and Alvarado have a history dating back to their high school days.
•Game 3 is scheduled for June 8 at Madison Square Garden.
•Both players have been key figures in their respective teams during the finals.

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12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Julian Champagnie reigniting Bishop Loughlin Memorial (N.Y.) and Christ the King (N.Y.) rivalry in NBA finals.

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Julian Champagnie reignited the iconic Brooklyn Bishop Loughlin Memorial (N.Y) and Middle Village Christ the King (N.Y) rivalry during Wednesday night’s NBA finals Game 1 between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, following a viral moment. [ $19.99 gets you a FULL year of On3 | Rivals national coverage ] In the middle […]
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