June 14, 2026
The New York Knicks ended a 53-year wait for NBA glory after defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals to clinch the championship.
Led by an inspired performance from Finals MVP Jalen Brunson, the Knicks completed a remarkable postseason run by overcoming a second-half deficit and finishing the series 4-1.
The title is New York’s first since 1973 and only the third NBA championship in franchise history.
Brunson delivered a masterclass when it mattered most, scoring 45 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter, as the Knicks outscored the Spurs 29-18 in the final period to seal victory. His heroics earned him the NBA Finals MVP award after averaging 32.6 points, 4.2 rebounds and 4.6 assists throughout the series.
