New York Knicks win NBA championship, ending 53-year drought

The New York Knicks captured the NBA title by defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94‑90 in Game 5 of the Finals, clinching the series 4‑1. It marked the franchise’s first championship since 1973, ending a 53‑year wait and ending a 14‑year gap without a major New York professional‑sports title. Owner James Dolan lifted the trophy on the court and proclaimed an apology to New York for the long wait. The victory gives the Knicks their third NBA championship, joining nine other teams with at least three titles. Celebrations erupted at Madison Square Garden, where a new banner will soon hang alongside other historic honors.