Knicks win first NBA championship in 53 years as Brunson scores 45 in Game 5 victory over Spurs
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Tim Reynolds
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Summary
The New York Knicks have won the NBA championship for the first time in 53 years, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson led the way with 45 points, including 13 consecutive points in the fourth quarter. The Knicks won the series 4-1, rallying from double-digit deficits in all four victories, including a 16-point deficit in the clinching game.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledI have no words
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.
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