New York Knicks claim NBA championship; WNBA updates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The New York Knicks won the 2026 NBA Championship, securing their first title in 53 years after defeating the San Antonio Spurs. The victory marks a significant achievement in their franchise history. In the WNBA, the Las Vegas Aces' recent win over the Minnesota Lynx positions them well in the Commissioner's Cup, while the New York Liberty have clinched a spot in the title game.
- •New York Knicks win NBA Championship against San Antonio Spurs.
- •Knicks' first championship in 53 years.
- •Las Vegas Aces secure crucial win over Minnesota Lynx.
- •New York Liberty clinch Commissioner's Cup title game spot.
- •Kelsey Plum shines for Los Angeles Sparks in recent games.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — The Knicks are champions! + WNBA Commissioner's Cup check-in
"Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones recap the New York Knicks' journey to becoming the 2026 NBA Champions and give the latest WNBA Commissioner's Cup standings.
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