Knicks return to NBA Finals for first time since 2000
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 2:53 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The New York Knicks have advanced to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000, uniting fans behind the team as they prepare to face the San Antonio Spurs. With an 11-game playoff win streak, the Knicks look to secure their first championship since 1973. Key players like Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns have been pivotal in this playoff run, sparking discussions about their legacies. Historical figures from the franchise, such as Bernard King and Willis Reed, are highlighted for their notable playoff performances as the franchise reflects on its greats ahead of the Finals matchup. The Knicks aim to build on their postseason success from here.
- •Knicks face Spurs in the NBA Finals
- •11-game playoff win streak leading to Finals
- •Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns key contributors
- •Historical Knicks playoff heroes included
- •Last Knicks championship was in 1973
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"The New York Knicks have returned to the NBA Finals for the first time since the calendar flipped to 2000. New York City is united behind the orange and blue. Their team is set to hoist the O’Brien Trophy for…
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