2026 NBA Finals: The New York Knicks end a 53 - year wait and clinch the title behind a historic performance from Jalen Brunson.

The New York Knicks have made history by winning the 2026 NBA Championship, securing their first title since 1973. New York defeated the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals (94-90) to close out the series 4-1 and lift the Larry O’Brien Trophy for the first time in more than five decades.

The deciding game was another showcase of the Knicks’ resilience. San Antonio came out strong and built a 16-point lead, but New York once again found a way to fight back. Leading the comeback was Jalen Brunson, who delivered a legendary performance with 45 points, including a dominant fourth-quarter stretch where he scored 13 consecutive points to seal the victory. Brunson was rewarded for his incredible Finals run by being named 2026 NBA Finals MVP.

Brunson was supported by a strong collective effort, with OG Anunoby playing a crucial role on both ends of the floor throughout the series. Known for his defensive impact, Anunoby provided the Knicks with toughness and versatility, making key plays during critical moments of the Finals.

The championship marks a historic return to glory for one of the NBA’s most iconic franchises. After 53 years of waiting, generations of Knicks fans finally witnessed another title celebration, as New York’s new era — built around leadership, resilience and the brilliance of Jalen Brunson — delivered one of the most memorable championship runs in franchise history.