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NBA Finals return to New York as Knicks miss the spotlight

Associated Press • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 8:17 PM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

NBA Finals return to New York as Knicks miss the spotlight
Summary

The NBA Finals are being held at Madison Square Garden, marking a rare occurrence for the New York venue. Historically significant events have taken place there, but the New York Knicks have not been part of the Finals narrative, adding a layer of irony to this year's championship series. As the Finals continue, discussions around the Knicks' absence from the title race are prevalent. The celebration around the Finals contrasts sharply with the Knicks' long-standing playoff struggles.

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Key Details
  • •NBA Finals are currently being held at Madison Square Garden.
  • •New York Knicks have not participated in the Finals.
  • •The venue has hosted many iconic sports events.
  • •The Knicks' absence underscores their playoff challenges.
  • •Public attention remains focused on the Finals in New York.
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  • 8:17 PMAssociated Press — The NBA Finals are back in New York, and everyone seems caught up in the hoopla except the Knicks - AP News
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Madison Square Garden has seen just about everything in sports and entertainment, from the first Muhammad Ali-Joe Frazier fight to the first Wrestlemania. It just hasn’t seen much of the NBA Finals. The New York Knicks have brought the finals back to their ho…

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