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Knicks Win, Giving Tortured Fans First NBA Title in 53 Years

Knicks Win, Giving Tortured Fans First NBA Title in 53 Years
Bloomberg Markets Monday 15 June 2026, 15:11 UTC 1 min read
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Jun 15th, 2026 Knicks Win, Giving Tortured Fans First NBA Title in 53 Years The New York Knicks ended one of the longest championship droughts in the NBA, bringing relief to their long-suffering fans. On Saturday night, the franchise won its first title since 1973, and third all-time, with a 94-90 win at the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5. The Knicks trailed for most of the game, staging yet another late comeback to take the lead with just minutes remaining in the fourth quarter.

Jun 15th, 2026 Knicks Win, Giving Tortured Fans First NBA Title in 53 Years The New York Knicks ended one of the longest championship droughts in the NBA, bringing relief to their long-suffering fans. On Saturday night, the franchise won its first title since 1973, and third all-time, with a 94-90 win at the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5. The Knicks trailed for most of the game, staging yet another late comeback to take the lead with just minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. Jalen Brunson, who was named the Finals MVP after the game, scored 45 points to power New York to victory over San Antonio. Bloomberg's Annmarie Hordern joins Surveillance Radio to discuss. [Image text:] Bloomberg Radio NEWYORKKNICKSWINFIRSTNBA CHAMPIONSHIPSINCE 1973
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