Knicks reach NBA Finals, four wins from title after 25 years
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026

The New York Knicks are four wins away from winning their first NBA championship since 1973. They advanced to the Finals, a significant moment for fans after years of disappointment. Since 2002, the franchise has been a source of both hope and frustration for supporters. As they aim for the title, the wait for a championship continues, with the opportunity to finally deliver for long-suffering fans.
- •Knicks are four wins from winning their first title since 1973.
- •Franchise has provided hope to fans despite years of underperformance.
- •The team last reached the NBA Finals over two decades ago.
- 11:00 AMThe Guardian Sport — ‘Why the hell would anyone want to watch the Knicks?’ Because they saved my life | Lee Escobedo
"For 25 years, the Knicks have given just enough hope to keep me from walking away. Four wins from watching an NBA title with my father, I know why I stayed The New York Knicks are four wins from hallelujah. I’ve been waiting for this since 2002. I was baptized in blown leads. Never, not once, considered leaving. This type of immolation requires explanation. The Knicks have not won an NBA championship since 1973. Maybe I’m bad luck, or maybe losing is what shaped me. Continue reading...
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