Knicks win NBA Finals Game 5; Shaquille O'Neal apologizes to Barkley
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 12:24 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The New York Knicks secured a 94-90 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on June 14, 2026. Jalen Brunson scored 45 points and was named Finals MVP after averaging 32.6 points for the series. Postgame, Shaquille O'Neal acknowledged Charles Barkley's assessment of Brunson as the best free-agent signing, admitting he was wrong. Brunson, who joined the Knicks after four seasons with the Dallas Mavericks, expressed gratitude after winning his first title with the team. The Knicks achieved their first championship since 1973, celebrating a significant milestone.
- •Knicks claim first NBA title since 1973
- •Jalen Brunson named Finals MVP after standout performance
- •Shaquille O'Neal apologizes to Charles Barkley postgame
- •Brunson scores 45 points in Game 5 victory
- •Knicks defeat Spurs 94-90 in decisive game
- 12:24 AMYahoo Sports — Shaquille O'Neal apologizes to Charles Barkley after NBA Finals Game 5
"The New York Knicks notched a 94-90 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night.
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