Knicks beat Spurs to claim first NBA title in 53 years (opens original article in a new tab)

The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 to win their first NBA title in 53 years, with Jalen Brunson scoring 45 points and leading the team to a historic victory.

• New York Knicks won their first NBA title in 53 years by beating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in the Finals.
• Jalen Brunson scored 45 points, setting a Knicks record for points in a Finals game, and was named Finals MVP.
• The Knicks overcame multiple deficits, including a 16-point lead by the Spurs in the second quarter, to win the best-of-seven series 4-1.