The Knicks finally ended their title drought behind a 45-point eruption from Brunson, whose teammates say his influence extends far beyond the box score

Jalen Brunson and the Comeback Knicks did it again. And now they’re the Champion Knicks. For the first time in 53 years, New York rules the NBA.

Jalen Brunson scored 45 points Saturday, leading the Knicks to their first NBA title since 1973. It is the most points any Knick has scored in a finals game.