New York Knicks secure first NBA title since 1973 with Finals win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 5:45 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years by defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5, clinching the series 4-1. Barack Obama congratulated the team, specifically highlighting Finals MVP Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby for their pivotal roles. Brunson scored 45 points in the decisive game, while Anunoby contributed significantly in earlier games, especially with a standout performance in Game 4. Coach Mike Brown, in his first season, led the Knicks to the championship. The victory marks a historic moment for the franchise and its fans.
- •Knicks win NBA Finals 4-1 against Spurs, capturing first title since 1973.
- •Jalen Brunson is named Finals MVP, scoring 45 points in Game 5.
- •OG Anunoby's Game 4 performance contributed to the team's comeback.
- •Coach Mike Brown wins championship in his first season with the Knicks.
- •Barack Obama congratulates the team in a post celebrating their success.
- 5:45 AMYahoo Sports — Barack Obama name-drops two New York Knicks stars in congratulatory post after NBA Finals triumph
"Barack Obama joined the New York Knicks celebration after their NBA Finals triumph, but his message stood out because of the two players he chose to mention by name. The Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5, closing the series 4-1 and winning the franchise’s first NBA championship since 1973.
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