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What former NFL star ‘can’t wait’ to see James Dolan do for Donald Trump after Knicks’ NBA title run

The New York Knicks’ championship celebration has already moved from basketball into politics, with Boomer Esiason turning James Dolan’s next move into a pointed White House talking point.

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New York Knicks fan mocks Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox with creative NBA uniform idea

A New York Knicks fan found a brutal way to celebrate the NBA title, turning De’Aaron Fox’s rough Finals series into a custom uniform joke. The Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win their first championship since 1973, with Jalen Brunson taking Finals MVP honors after a 45-point closeout performance.

NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / June 17

'Statement for America’: Kendrick Perkins Shares Why Jalen Brunson and Co.’s Title Means More Than a Trophy

The New York Knicks’ title win over the San Antonio Spurs became a cultural touchstone for millions of New Yorkers. For Kendrick Perkins, Jalen Brunson, and the Knicks, the win transcended the NBA.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16

Unexpected player getting signature shoe after NBA Finals

The 2026 NBA Finals saw Jalen Brunson face off against Victor Wembanyama in a battle for the ages. Neither of them are getting a signature shoe just yet.

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The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The NBA began awarding the NBA Finals MVP in 1969. How many of the winners since then can you name in six minutes?

The '30-point, 20-rebound playoff games' quiz

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NBA News / Field Level Media / June 16

Knicks-Spurs scores NBA Finals' highest ratings in 28 years

With an average of 20.6 million views, per Nielsen, this month's NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs was the most-watched finals since 1998.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16

Rick Pitino reveals the lesson all players should take from Knicks Finals win

The New York Knicks are preparing to celebrate their first NBA title since 1973. Certainly, there is plenty to take away from the Knicks on what it took to win the title.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / June 16

Spurs Already Ignoring Harsh Lesson Knicks Taught Them

The vibes around the Big Apple are still at an all-time high as New Yorkers continue to relish the Knicks' NBA Finals victory. Stars and role players alike bought into head coach Mike Brown's vision, pulling together to deliver the Knicks' first championship since 1953.

New York Knicks News / The Spun / June 16

Eli Manning Had Perfect Response To Jalen Brunson Debate

Eli Manning quickly settled a silly sports debate on social media. Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks to their first NBA championship since 1973. The point guard earned Finals MVP honors by scoring 45 points in Saturday's title-sealing Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16

What makes Jalen Brunson special, according to New York legend

The New Knicks have officially been crowned champions of the basketball world after defeating the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson took home NBA Finals MVP honors after being voted the unanimous winner of the award.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16

Knicks’ OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges get hero’s welcome at MetLife Stadium World Cup game

The New York Knicks are still basking in the glow of their recent NBA championship win over the San Antonio Spurs in five games. The Knicks have a parade scheduled for later this week in Manhattan, but that hasn’t stopped the team from getting the celebration underway already.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

New York Knicks News / HITC / June 16

Family dog killed by LAPD responding to screaming Knicks fan celebrating NBA Finals win

The New York Knicks’ first NBA title in 53 years was always going to spark huge celebrations. Their fans are known for turning big moments into street parties, and the Game 5 win brought the kind of scenes expected after such a long wait.

New York Knicks News / The Lead / June 16

New York Knicks 2026 NBA Draft Preview

After a dominant performance in the 2026 Playoffs, the New York Knicks have made it clear that they are not a team with many needs. Their starting five has been arguably the best in the NBA.

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Jalen Brunson News / Total Pro Sports / June 16

Jalen Brunson’s $113 Million Sacrifice Is Creating a New Problem for NBA Stars Seeking Supermax Deals

Whenever there is a discussion around how Jalen Brunson helped the New York Knicks win an NBA championship, his one major sacrifice will always top the chart.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / June 16

Jalen Brunson’s Reported Post-Championship Remark About Victor Wembanyama Is Turning Heads

Jalen Brunson finally delivered what Knicks fans had waited more than five decades to see. New York captured its first NBA championship in 53 years, and the celebration turned into one giant citywide party.

Mike Brown News / Ball Exclusives / June 16

Head coach Mike Brown’s long journey to the crown

Coach Mike Brown finally got over the hump and achieved his first NBA championship as a head coach. The New York Knicks were dominant in this year’s playoffs, and his leadership was crucial throughout.

James Dolan News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / June 16

Inside the Knicks’ Unusual Championship Spark: How James Dolan’s April Speech Became a Rallying Point

Footage released on the Roommates Show, hosted by Knicks’ Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Matt Hillman, revealed Dolan addressing the team before a routine shootaround.

New York Knicks News / The Spun / June 16

Dog Killed As New York Knicks Fan Celebrates 2026 Championship

Unfortunately, a dog was shot and killed after the New York Knicks won the NBA Finals on June 13. It was reported by TMZ that an officer for the Los Angeles Police Department shot and killed a dog this past weekend.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Scoop B / June 16

The Evolution of Karl-Anthony Towns and the End of a 53-Year Knicks Drought

Fifty-three years of waiting. Half a century of grit, heartbreak, and praying for a savior at the Mecca. As the blue and orange confetti finally settled on the hardwood of Madison Square Garden, the roaring silence of a five-decade drought was replaced by a singular, undeniable truth: the story isn’t just about the hardware—it’s about evolution.

Kobe Bryant News / The Spun / June 16

Vanessa Bryant Congratulates Knicks On Winning 2026 NBA Finals

Vanessa Bryant, the widow of the late-great NBA legend Kobe Bryant, was locked in on the NBA Finals over the past two weeks and had a message for the newly-minted champions, the New York Knicks.

New York Knicks News / The Spun / June 16

Knicks Ripped For 'Horrendous' NBA Championship T-Shirts

The New York Knicks are the 2026 NBA champions and New York City couldn't be happier for them. The city could, however, be just a little happier if some of the celebratory merch was a little better.

New York Knicks News / HITC / June 16

Mike Brown names the one Knicks player that ‘had his back’ with ‘dogs out’ chant in title ceremony

Mike Brown found a way to laugh at himself during a public New York Knicks celebration. The Knicks head coach was involved in a “Who Let The Dogs Out” chant alongside Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson.

Mitchell Robinson News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16

Notable update surfaces on Mitchell Robinson’s future after Knicks’ title win

Mitchell Robinson is the longest-tenured New York Knicks player, and it will likely be staying that way. The Knicks are expected to prioritize re-signing their veteran big Robinson in free agency, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported on Monday.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 15

Nets could get their own Jalen Brunson in promising NBA Draft pick

The New York Knicks are NBA champions, and while it's great for the city of New York, their rivals across the block, the Brooklyn Nets, have to be a little jealous. They'd love to also bring a championship home to New York City. So, what's a team to do?

Latest report indicates Darryn Peterson is confident he will go No. 1 overall in 2026 NBA Draft — but that's not a certainty

Darryn Peterson visits only one team ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft

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The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 15