Knicks End 53-Year NBA Championship Drought with Win Over Spurs

Knicks End 53-Year NBA Championship Drought with Win Over Spurs

New York Knicks secure their first NBA championship since 1973 with a 94-90 victory over the San Antonio Spurs; Jalen Brunson delivers a stellar performance scoring 45 points and earns Finals MVP honors following an impressive playoff run.

By Reuters June 14, 2026, 10:23:33 AM IST (Published)

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Knicks defeat Spurs to snap 53-year NBA title drought

The New York Knicks triumphed over the San Antonio Spurs with a score of 94-90 on Saturday, marking their first NBA title victory since 1973.

Jalen Brunson led the game with an impressive 45 points, as the Knicks finished the best-of-seven NBA Finals series in five games, achieving a remarkable comeback just days after a thrilling playoff performance.

Brunson’s outstanding display earned him the Finals MVP award as he played a crucial role in helping New York secure the title away from home in front of an enthusiastic crowd of traveling Knicks supporters.

Despite a strong start by the Spurs, who maintained several double-digit advantages throughout the game, the Knicks persevered and seized their first lead with just 3:40 remaining.

The Spurs could not recover, as the Knicks concluded a stellar championship run, suffering only three losses during the entire postseason.

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