Knicks rally to claim first NBA title since 1973
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 3:58 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The New York Knicks secured their first NBA championship in 53 years by defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in game five of the Finals on June 13, 2026. The Knicks overcame a 16-point deficit during the game and closed out the series 4-1. Tyler Kolek, a former Marquette player, earns his first NBA title. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks in the final game with a notable performance, scoring 45 points. The team celebrates this historic victory as they prepare for the championship parade.
- •Knicks defeat Spurs 94-90 in game five of the Finals.
- •New York clinches the series 4-1, securing their first title since 1973.
- •Tyler Kolek, former Marquette star, becomes an NBA champion.
- •Jalen Brunson scores 45 points in the closeout game.
- •Celebrations, including a championship parade, are set to follow.
- 3:58 AMYahoo Sports — TYLER KOLEK: NBA CHAMPION
"From Rhode Island to Milwaukee to the top of the mountain in the NBA!
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