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Knicks and Spurs return to NBA Finals 27 years after 1999 matchup

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Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Knicks and Spurs return to NBA Finals 27 years after 1999 matchup
Summary

The New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs are competing in the 2026 NBA Finals, marking 27 years since their last championship meeting in 1999. The Spurs defeated the Knicks in that finals series, securing their first NBA title. Prominent players from both teams are now involved in various roles within basketball, such as coaching and front office positions. Spurs star Victor Wembanyama noted the influence of the 1999 squad on their current success. The series highlights the continued significance of both franchises in NBA history.

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  • •Knicks and Spurs face off in the 2026 NBA Finals.
  • •The Spurs won the 1999 finals in five games.
  • •Victor Wembanyama comments on 1999 team's influence.
  • •Allan Houston and Latrell Sprewell now work for the Knicks.
  • •Both teams have players contributing to coaching and operations.
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  • 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Where Are the 1999 Knicks and Spurs NBA Finals Teams Now? Inside Their Lives Today
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The San Antonio Spurs famously beat the New York Knicks in the 1999 NBA Finals

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