Knicks clinch NBA title, defeating Spurs in Game 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The New York Knicks are NBA champions for the first time since 1973 after a 94-90 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5. The Knicks rallied from a 16-point deficit, with Jalen Brunson scoring 45 points and earning NBA Finals MVP honors. This win caps off a remarkable playoff run for the Knicks, highlighted by a historic comeback in Game 4. Celebrations are expected as the team prepares to honor their victory.
- •Knicks defeat Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 for NBA title.
- •Jalen Brunson scores 45 points, named NBA Finals MVP.
- •Team overcomes 16-point deficit in the decisive game.
- •Historic performance included a comeback in Game 4.
- •Celebrations planned as Knicks prepare for Canyon of Heroes.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Listen to Mike Breen’s call and radio calls of Knicks winning NBA title
"The New York Knicks are NBA champions for the first time since 1973, and they fittingly made it happen with another wild, late comeback in Game 5. After a mind-blowing, historic comeback victory in Game 4, the Knicks erased a 16-point deficit on the road to take down the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 on Saturday…
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