Knicks End 53-Year Title Drought with Thrilling Victory Over Spurs
The Knicks clinched their third NBA championship after 53 years, driven by Jalen Brunson’s 45-point game and a resilient comeback against the Spurs.
Jun 14, 2026
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Knicks Capture First Championship in 53 Years as Trump Praises Brunson’s Heroics
The New York Knicks won their first NBA title since 1973, with President Donald Trump applauding the team and star forward Jalen Brunson’s record‑setting 45‑point game.
Jun 14, 2026
Knicks Capture First Championship in 53 Years
The New York Knicks clinched their first NBA title since 1973, rallying from a 16‑point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 94‑90 in Game 5. Jalen Brunson was named MVP after scoring 45 points, while city officials announced a Thursday parade to commemorate the triumph.
Jun 14, 2026
OG Anunoby Secures Second NBA Title with Knicks, Joining IU Legend Isiah Thomas
OG Anunoby’s second NBA championship with the New York Knicks highlights a Hoosier legacy, featuring a game‑winning shot, impressive Finals statistics and a nod to former coach Tom Crean.
Jun 14, 2026
OG Anunoby Secures Second NBA Championship with New York Knicks
OG Anunoby’s second NBA title with the New York Knicks was sealed by a game‑winning shot in Game 4, a performance that also earned him a spot on the All‑Defensive second team and highlighted a career built on both ends of the floor.
Jun 14, 2026
Charles Barkley Clarifies ‘Dumb Basketball’ Remarks, Defends Young Black Coaches
Charles Barkley stepped into the spotlight to set the record straight after his recent criticism of the San Antonio Spurs, emphasizing that his remarks targeted players rather than coach Mitch Johnson and reaffirming his advocacy for more young Black coaches in the league.
Jun 14, 2026
Charles Barkley Revisits His ‘Dumb Basketball’ Critique of the Spurs
Charles Barkley explains that his controversial comments were aimed at the players, not coach Mitch Johnson, and reflects on the Spurs’ collapse, the Knicks’ Game 4 win, and the push for more young Black coaches in the league.
Jun 14, 2026
Knicks on Cusp of First Title Since 1973 as Spurs Face Game 5
With a 3-1 lead, the New York Knicks are poised to capture their first championship in over five decades, while the San Antonio Spurs look to force a Game 6 in New York.
Jun 13, 2026
Jason Benetti Leads NBC’s Baseball Coverage While Sam Mewis Calls for Sharper NBA Analysis
NBC’s lead play‑by‑play voice Jason Benetti combines classic and contemporary styles, while former USWNT star Sam Mewis uses her podcast to broaden soccer’s audience; the NBA Finals broadcast was lauded but critiqued for overlooking De’Aaron Fox’s final‑second decision.
Jun 13, 2026
OG Anunoby’s Game‑Winning Tip‑In Propels Knicks Toward NBA Crown
OG Anunoby’s 33‑point outing, highlighted by a decisive tip‑in in Game 4, has the Knicks one win away from the title and sparked record interest in basketball back home.
Jun 13, 2026
NBC Sports’ Fresh Take on Baseball and the NBA Finals Spotlight
NBC Sports revitalizes Sunday Night Baseball with Jason Benetti’s modern‑classic style, while Sam Mewis’s podcast explores soccer culture and ESPN/ABC’s NBA Finals coverage faces criticism over missed analysis.
Jun 13, 2026
Power Plays: Trump, Putin, and the Political Chessboard
A look at how former president Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin are ensnared by their own hubris, the GOP’s midterm tightrope, a bruising New York primary, the Knicks’ stunning comeback, and the unexpected UFC spectacle brewing on the South Lawn.
Jun 13, 2026
Skechers’ Rise in Sports: From Courts to the World Cup
From an NBA Finals game‑winner to a World Cup captaincy, Skechers is proving that a newcomer can compete with the industry’s long‑standing giants.
Jun 12, 2026
OG Anunoby’s 2015 Apology Letter Resurfaces Amid NBA Finals Spotlight
A 2015 apology letter written by OG Anunoby to former Hoosier star Kirk Haston has reemerged as the NBA Finals spotlight shines on the player's recent heroics.
Jun 12, 2026
Knicks Edge Close to First Championship in Half‑Century
The New York Knicks are on the brink of ending a half‑century title drought, blending a storied franchise narrative with a modern push led by star players and a deep‑rooted city identity.
Jun 12, 2026
OG Anunoby’s Journey from Indiana Hoosiers to NBA Champion
OG Anunoby, the Knicks forward, reflects on his college days at Indiana, a knee injury, a dance competition win, and his path to NBA championships with the Raptors and Knicks.
Jun 12, 2026
Knicks’ Historic Comeback Inspires U.S. Midfielder Tyler Adams Ahead of 2026 World Cup Debut
After watching the Knicks erase a 29‑point deficit in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, U.S. soccer midfielder Tyler Adams took to Instagram to celebrate the victory, noting how the team's resilience could fuel America's own push toward a World Cup win.
Jun 12, 2026
Spurs’ Historic Collapse Draws Barkley’s Blistering Critique
The San Antonio Spurs squandered a massive advantage against the New York Knicks, prompting legendary analyst Charles Barkley to call the team the 'dumbest basketball team in the history of civilization.'
Jun 11, 2026
Knicks Pull Off Historic Comeback to Take NBA Finals Lead
The Knicks rallied from a 29‑point hole to beat the Spurs 107‑106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, seizing a 3‑1 series lead and edging closer to their first title since 1973.
Jun 11, 2026
OG Anunoby’s Skechers Deal Highlights Value in Basketball Footwear
OG Anunoby’s on‑court choice of Skechers’ SKX Nexus sneakers coincides with a site‑wide buy‑one‑get‑one 50 percent‑off sale, positioning the brand as a cost‑effective contender in the basketball shoe market.
Jun 11, 2026
Spurs’ Historic Collapse Seals Knicks’ Path to Championship
The San Antonio Spurs squandered a massive advantage, losing 107‑106 to the New York Knicks in a game that featured sharp rebukes from NBA legends.
Jun 11, 2026
U.S. Soccer Team revels in Knicks’ dramatic comeback
A handful of U.S. men’s national team members watched the New York Knicks rally to a 107‑106 victory over the Spurs, sparking a lively hotel celebration that included midfielder Tyler Adams and defender Chris Richards.
Jun 11, 2026
Spurs’ 29‑Point Lead evaporates in overtime thriller
The Knicks rallied from a 29‑point hole to beat the Spurs 107‑106, with analysts blasting the Texas side's second‑half effort and the team now one win away from its first title since 1973.
Jun 11, 2026
Knicks Rally to 3-1 Lead in NBA Finals, OG Anunoby’s Tip-In Sparks WWE Buzz
The New York Knicks erased a 29‑point deficit to seize a 3‑1 advantage in the NBA Finals, with OG Anunoby sealing the victory with a tip‑in that landed just before the two‑second mark. The buzzer‑beating play ignited a wave of reactions across Twitter and Instagram, as current stars, retired legends and even future prospects flooded the feeds with emojis, GIFs and celebratory messages. The buzz spilled over into the world of professional wrestling, where veteran manager Paul Heyman and independent star Danhausen posted their own congratulatory videos, underscoring the crossover excitement. Analysts note that the Knicks' resilience not only shifts the series momentum but also highlights the growing cultural footprint of the franchise, which now appears to be resonating far beyond the hardwood.
Jun 11, 2026