What happened: The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 on Saturday to win the 2026 NBA Finals 4-1. The game was marked by a controversial no-call on a Victor Wembanyama landing-zone violation against Jalen Brunson that many analysts expected to result in a flagrant foul.
Why it matters: Had a flagrant been assessed, Wembanyama faced an automatic one-game suspension for a potential Game 6 due to playoff foul accumulation. The Knicks' victory closed the series, sparing the league a high-profile officiating controversy and securing New York's first championship since 1973 behind Finals MVP Jalen Brunson.
By the numbers: Game 5: NYK 94, SAS 90. Series: NYK wins 4-1. Jalen Brunson: 45 points (Game 5). Victor Wembanyama: 19 points, 14 rebounds, 5 blocks.
What to watch: The NBA will enter the offseason with the Knicks as defending champions, while the Spurs look to build on Wembanyama's historic sophomore campaign.