New York Knicks return to NBA Finals for first time since 1999
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
The New York Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals, marking their first appearance in the championship series since 1999. The matchup is a rematch of the '99 Finals, where San Antonio narrowly won the title. Fans are reminded of key events from 1999, including popular films and cultural influences at the time. The series is set to begin shortly, with both teams looking to secure the Larry O'Brien Trophy.
- •Knicks last played in the NBA Finals in June 1999.
- •Knicks and Spurs meet again after 27 years.
- •1999 Finals ended with Spurs winning 78-77.
- •Series begins with Larry O'Brien Trophy at stake.
- •Cultural highlights from 1999 include major film releases.
- 9:56 PMYahoo Sports — Last Time the New York Knicks Made the NBA Finals: A Look Back at the World in 1999
"The New York Knicks are back in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, fittingly in a matchup […]
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