Knicks last won NBA title in 1973 against Lakers in Finals
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Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The New York Knicks secured their last NBA championship in 1973, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers in five games. The decisive victory came on May 10, with Willis Reed earning MVP honors. This championship featured a notable team performance, with all five starters scoring in double figures. In a year rich with sports history, Secretariat won the Triple Crown shortly after the Knicks' title win, and George Steinbrenner purchased the Yankees. Additional significant events included the Miami Dolphins completing a perfect NFL season and 'The Godfather' winning Best Picture at the Academy Awards.
- •Knicks won the NBA Finals over Lakers in 1973.
- •Willis Reed named Finals MVP.
- •All five Knicks starters scored in double figures.
- •Secretariat won Triple Crown shortly after Knicks' victory.
- •Miami Dolphins achieved NFL's only perfect season.
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — What was the world like when the Knicks last won?
"The year was 1973 and the New York Knicks downed the Los Angeles Lakers to win the NBA title. What other events took place that year?
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