Knicks championship run stacks up against best in history, but that's not the point (opens original article in a new tab)

The 2026 New York Knicks won an NBA championship with one of the most dominant playoff runs in history, setting multiple records and overcoming significant odds as underdogs.

• Knicks won 2026 NBA championship with 16-3 playoff record and +283 point differential, best in history
• Knicks set records for 13-game playoff win streak and nine straight road playoff wins
• Critics argue Knicks were a 53-win No. 3 seed with limited All-NBA players and weaker Eastern Conference opponents
• Supporters highlight Knicks' underdog story, Jalen Brunson's performance, and overcoming long odds as champions
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• tldr: The 2026 New York Knicks won an NBA championship with one of the most dominant playoff runs in history, setting multiple records and overcoming significant odds as underdogs.