Knicks defeat Spurs in Game 5 to win first NBA championship in 53 years
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By Joe Vardon | The Athletic
The kind of bagel you'd toss to the pigeons.
Summary
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals to win their first NBA championship since 1973. The team celebrated with the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy in San Antonio.
Key quotes
· 1 pulledThe New York Knicks celebrate with the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy after defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals basketball series, Saturday, June 13, 2026, in San Antonio.
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