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Knicks claim first championship in 53 years, edge Spurs in Game 5

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 3:45 AM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Knicks claim first championship in 53 years, edge Spurs in Game 5

Summary

The New York Knicks clinched their first NBA championship in 53 years with a 94-90 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the Finals on June 13 at the Frost Bank Center. Victor Wembanyama's early defensive prowess kept the Knicks from scoring in the paint, contributing to a strong start for San Antonio. However, the Knicks rallied behind Jalen Brunson's late-game heroics after overcoming a 3-1 series deficit, securing the title. Wembanyama recorded 19 points and five blocks but struggled down the stretch, leading to disappointment amid high expectations for the Spurs' star.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks win Game 5, securing their first championship since 1973.
•Victor Wembanyama shines defensively with five blocks but scores only three in the fourth quarter.
•Jalen Brunson's late-game performance crucial in clinching the title for New York.
•Knicks rallied from a 3-1 series deficit to win the Finals.
•Game 5 played at Frost Bank Center on June 13.

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3:45 AMYahoo Sports — Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama dominates early but not enough to deny Knicks championship-clinching Game 5 win

What they're saying

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The Knicks got the full Victor Wembanyama experience in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. The 7-4 center’s dominant defense set the tone for the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night, preventing the Knicks from doing practically anything in the paint early on. And Wembanyama got away with another controversial non-call, this time not giving Jalen Brunson room to land on a 3-pointer, which left the ...
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