New York Knicks Make NBA Finals Return After Nearly Three Decades

The New York Knicks have ended a lengthy 27-year absence from the NBA Finals, marking a significant milestone for the franchise.

This return follows a hard-fought playoff campaign, culminating in a comeback victory over the San Antonio Spurs.

Fans are eagerly anticipating the finals, where the Knicks will meet either the Oklahoma City Thunder or the Spurs, aiming for their first championship since 1973.

Updates

Update at 03:51 UTC on 2026-06-04

France 24 reported Jalen Brunson scored 30 points as the New York Knicks rallied from a 14-point second-half deficit to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 on Wednesday and seize a 1-0 lead in the NBA Finals. Brunson overcame an early injury scare and scored.

Sources: France 24

Update at 04:47 UTC on 2026-06-06

France 24 reported San Antonio Spurs lost the second match of the NBA finals to the New York Knicks on Saturday, with French star Victor Wembanyama missing a potential game-winner just before the final whistle. The defeat leaves Spurs in need of an unpreceden.

Sources: France 24

Update at 03:59 UTC on 2026-06-11

France 24 reported The New York Knicks mounted the largest comeback in NBA Finals history on Wednesday, rallying from 29 points down to edge the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 and move within one win of the championship. OG Anunoby's tip-in with 1.2 seconds remain.

Sources: France 24

Update at 10:52 UTC on 2026-06-14

BBC Sport reported The New York Knicks win their first NBA Championship since 1973 thanks to a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Sky Sports reported The New York Knicks are the NBA champions for the first time in 53 years after another comeback victory over the San Antonio Spurs.

Sources: BBC Sport, Sky Sports

Update at 14:14 UTC on 2026-06-14

Sky Sports reported Highlights of the NBA Finals Game 5 match-up between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs.

Sources: Sky Sports

Update at 12:18 UTC on 2026-06-19

Sky Sports reported Fans of the New York Knicks gather to celebrate their recent NBA Playoff Final win against the San Antonio Spurs.

Sources: Sky Sports