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Knicks claim 2026 NBA championship, breaking several records

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:13 AM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Knicks claim 2026 NBA championship, breaking several records

Summary

The New York Knicks secured their third NBA championship, defeating the San Antonio Spurs. This win marked the end of a 53-year title drought, highlighted by key performances from players like Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. The Knicks dominated their playoff run, recording historic victories, including a 140-89 blowout against the Atlanta Hawks. During the series, they set several records, including the largest halftime lead in NBA Playoffs history and three consecutive postseason wins by 25 points or more.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks won the 2026 NBA championship, ending a 53-year drought.
•Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns were pivotal in the finals.
•New York achieved the largest halftime lead in playoff history.
•The team won three consecutive postseason games by 25 points or more.
•The Knicks are the first team to lead by 30 points in consecutive playoff games.

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6:13 AMYahoo Sports — Every historic record Knicks broke en route to their 2026 NBA championship

What they're saying

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Coach Mike Brown, Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks notched historic records as they won the 2026 NBA championship over the Spurs.
— Yahoo Sports

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