Knicks claim NBA title in five-game Finals against Spurs
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Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The New York Knicks secured their third NBA championship after defeating the San Antonio Spurs in a tightly contested five-game series. Each game was closely contested, with the Knicks showcasing resilience, including the largest comeback in Finals history during Game 4. New York trailed by as many as 16 points and was down 10 with eight minutes left in the series-clinching victory, demonstrating a strong late-game performance. This series marked the end of a 53-year championship drought for the Knicks, adding significance to their triumph.
- •Knicks win their first title in 53 years.
- •Each Finals game featured tight finishes.
- •Knicks stage a major comeback in Game 4.
- •Spurs held double-digit leads in every game.
- •Series rankings among NBA Finals to be evaluated.
- 4:44 AMCBS NBA — Ranking every NBA Finals: Knicks vs. Spurs was the best five-game Finals ever, so where does it rank all time?
"Knicks vs. Spurs only went five games, but each game came down to the wire as New York snapped its title drought
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