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FC·June 14, 2026 11:07 AM ET

Knicks Beat Spurs to Win First NBA Title Since 1973

New York ends 53-year NBA championship drought.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 141 min read
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What happened: The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 on Sunday to clinch the NBA Finals in five games. The victory secures the franchise's first championship since 1973, sealed by a resilient defensive effort in the closing minutes of Game 5.

Why it matters: The win cements this Knicks squad in New York sports history, ending decades of championship heartbreak for the Madison Square Garden faithful. For San Antonio, the loss concludes an impressive postseason run for a young roster that pushed the veterans to the brink throughout the series.

By the numbers: Knicks 94, Spurs 90. Series: Knicks win 4-1. Knicks season: 113.1 PPG (19-7). Spurs season: 116.0 PPG (21-12).

What to watch: The Knicks will hold a championship parade through the Canyon of Heroes to celebrate their third title in

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