New York Knicks rally past San Antonio Spurs in historic Finals run

The New York Knicks secured their first NBA title in 53 years, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 4-1 in the 2025-26 NBA Finals. The Knicks consistently overcame significant deficits, highlighted by a comeback from a 29-point deficit in Game 4. Kevin Durant remarked on the unpredictability of the Spurs, who struggled to maintain their leads as the Knicks ramped up their defensive intensity. With this victory, the Knicks solidified their championship run as a memorable achievement in recent NBA history, while the Spurs face crucial lessons for their young roster moving forward.

• 5:21 PMYahoo Sports — Victor Wembanyama, Spurs had Kevin Durant fooled until Knicks pulled off one of the craziest Finals runs ever