Knicks secure first championship since 1973 with Game 5 victory over Spurs
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Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The New York Knicks clinched their first NBA championship in 53 years by defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the Finals yesterday. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with a franchise-record 45 points, earning the Finals MVP award. The Knicks overcame an early deficit, trailing by as many as 16 points during the game. Their resilient fourth-quarter performance included several clutch free throws from Brunson, enabling New York to end a long championship drought. This victory marks a significant moment for a franchise that last won the title in 1973.
- •Knicks win NBA Finals 4-1 against Spurs.
- •Jalen Brunson scored a franchise-record 45 points.
- •New York overcame a double-digit deficit in Game 5.
- •Brunson's fourth-quarter run fueled the comeback.
- •Game 5 concluded the Knicks' 53-year championship wait.
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"June 13 (Reuters) - The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 90-94 on Saturday to claim their first NBA championship since 1973.
"The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs Saturday to become NBA champions for the first time since 1973.
"The Knicks secured their first NBA title in 53 years with a Game 5 win over the Spurs on Saturday night.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 4:36 AMWhat the Knicks' Championship Means to New York
With their defeat of the San Antonio Spurs, the Knicks clinched their first title since 1973
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 3:49 AMNBA-Knicks defeat Spurs to snap 53-year NBA title drought
June 13 (Reuters) - The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 90-94 on Saturday to claim their first NBA championship since 1973.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 3:32 AMKnicks Defeat Spurs in Thrilling NBA Finals Finish to Clinch First Championship in 53 Years
The New York Knicks won Game 5 of the NBA Finals
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 3:32 AMKnicks pull out 94-90 Game 5 win over Spurs, secure first title since 1973
The Knicks secured their first NBA title in 53 years with a Game 5 win over the Spurs on Saturday night.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 3:29 AMNBA Finals: Knicks defeat Spurs, win championship
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs Saturday to become NBA champions for the first time since 1973.
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