Knicks clinch NBA championship after 53 years, defeating Spurs in Game 5
8 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:49 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The New York Knicks won the NBA championship for the first time since 1973, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the Finals on June 13, 2026. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with a franchise-record 45 points in the Finals, outscoring the Spurs 29-18 in the fourth quarter. New York's playoff run included victories in 15 of their last 16 games, showcasing resilience throughout the Finals as they overcame significant deficits in multiple games. Coach Mike Brown earned his first NBA title, cementing his status within the franchise.
- •Knicks win 2026 NBA Finals 4-1 against Spurs.
- •Jalen Brunson scores 45 points in Game 5, a Knicks Finals record.
- •New York overcame multiple 10-point deficits throughout the series.
- •Coach Mike Brown claims his first NBA championship title.
- •This marks the Knicks' third championship in franchise history.
- 6:49 AMYahoo Sports — Unreal scenes in New York as city celebrates Knicks' first NBA championship in 53 years
- 5:26 AMYahoo Sports — New York Knicks crowned NBA champions for first time in 53 years
- 4:20 AMYahoo Sports — New York Knicks are your 2026 NBA Finals Champions
- 3:41 AMYahoo Sports — New York Knicks win NBA championship for first time in over 50 years
- 3:34 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks win first NBA championship since 1973, ending decades of heartbreak with thrilling playoff run
- 3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks win their first NBA championship in 53 years
"The New York Knicks again overturned a double-digit deficit and won the NBA title for the first time in 53 years after beating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game Five. They won 4-1 overall despite trailing by as many as 16 points in Texas on Saturday.
"For the first time in 56 years, the New York Knicks are NBA champions. A season that began with championship aspirations ended in historic fashion Saturday night as the Knicks completed their remarkable postseason run by defeating the San Antonio…
"The New York Knicks are the NBA champions for the first time in 53 years after another comeback victory over the San Antonio Spurs.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 6:49 AMUnreal scenes in New York as city celebrates Knicks' first NBA championship in 53 years
Be safe out there, New York. And enjoy.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 5:26 AMNew York Knicks crowned NBA champions for first time in 53 years
The New York Knicks again overturned a double-digit deficit and won the NBA title for the first time in 53 years after beating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game Five. They won 4-1 overall despite trailing by as many as 16 points in Texas on Saturday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 4:20 AMNew York Knicks are your 2026 NBA Finals Champions
For the first time in 56 years, the New York Knicks are NBA champions. A season that began with championship aspirations ended in historic fashion Saturday night as the Knicks completed their remarkable postseason run by defeating the San Antonio…
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 3:41 AMNew York Knicks win NBA championship for first time in over 50 years
The Knicks clinched the title against the San Antonio Spurs, 94-90, in the fifth game of the best-of-seven series.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 3:34 AMKnicks win first NBA championship since 1973, ending decades of heartbreak with thrilling playoff run
The New York Knicks, for the first time in 53 seasons and third time in their storied history, are champions of the NBA.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 3:33 AMKnicks win their first NBA championship in 53 years
Knicks win their first NBA championship in 53 years
- Sky Sports—Knicks crowned NBA champions for first time in 53 years
The New York Knicks are the NBA champions for the first time in 53 years after another comeback victory over the San Antonio Spurs.
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