Knicks celebrate championship, Jalen Brunson blasts Wemby after Finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 8:57 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The New York Knicks celebrated their first NBA Championship in 53 years after defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90. Jalen Brunson, who scored 45 points in the decisive game, was seen toasting at a private Manhattan club alongside teammates and fans. The celebration followed a heated series where Brunson faced physical plays from Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, leading to taunts and controversy. Wembanyama left the court without comment following the defeat, while the Knicks continued their celebration of the historic victory.
- •Knicks win first NBA Championship since 1973.
- •Brunson scores 45 points in final game.
- •Fans taunted Wembanyama during the series.
- •Wembanyama skipped postgame handshake and left quickly.
- 8:57 PMYahoo Sports — Jalen Brunson, the Knicks and fans toast title and blast Wemby
"The Spurs star shoved him in Game 3, undercut him in Game 5 and skipped the handshake. The Finals MVP raised a glass to all of it.
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