What happened: Ariel Helwani said an interaction with his children during the Knicks' championship celebration will stay with him forever. New York secured its first NBA title since 1973 in June.
Why it matters: The family exchange gave a generational fan milestone personal weight. The championship also extended the NBA's parity streak to eight different winners in eight seasons.
By the numbers: The Knicks won the Finals 4-1 and closed the playoffs on a 15-1 run.
What to watch: New York's title defense begins next season.