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Knicks claim first NBA title since 1973, NFL players react

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:02 AM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Knicks claim first NBA title since 1973, NFL players react

Summary

The New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years by defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson was named Finals MVP after a standout performance, scoring 45 points. Former NFL players praised Brunson's clutch performance and the Knicks' turnaround from recent struggles. The Knicks' victory ended a long championship drought for New York sports teams, with the last championship won by the Giants in 2012. Discussions have begun about whether another New York team could achieve similar success in the NFL as the 2026 season approaches.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks defeat Spurs 94-90 in NBA Finals Game 5.
•Jalen Brunson scored 45 points, named Finals MVP.
•Knicks last won the championship in 1973.
•NFL players celebrate Knicks' achievement on social media.
•Last New York championship prior was Giants in 2012.

Latest Updates

6:02 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Absolutely Incredible,’ ‘Unreal’ — Knicks’ First NBA Championship Since 1973 Draws Strong Reactions From NFL Players

What they're saying

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New York can celebrate as the Knicks are NBA champions. The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, 94-90, to hoist the Larry O’Brien Trophy for the first time since 1973.
— Yahoo Sports

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