The New York Knicks were crowned champions of the National Basketball Association (NBA) after a 53-year drought, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 on Saturday in Game 5 of the Finals to win the series 4-1.
The New York franchise—which had previously triumphed in Texas during the first two games (105-95 and 105-104) before recording one loss and one home victory (115-111 and 107-106, the latter achieved after overcoming a historic 29-point deficit)—trailed 42-37 at halftime before mounting their final comeback.
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In the all-time champions leaderboard, the Knicks have replicated their historic titles from 1970 and 1973. They now sit tied for sixth place alongside the Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons, and Miami Heat with three titles each, while the San Antonio Spurs remain in fifth place with five championship banners.
