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New York Knicks beat Spurs to claim first NBA title in 53 years

San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama during the second half of Game 5 of the NBA Finals basketball series
San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama during the second half of Game 5 of the NBA Finals basketball series, June 13, 2026 © Darren Abate, AP

Jalen Brunson scored 45 points as the New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 on Saturday to clinch their first NBA championship in 53 years. The Knicks sealed the best-of-seven NBA Finals 4-1, taking down French star Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs on their home court to capture their first title since 1973.

The New York Knicks, fuelled by a sensational 45 points from Jalen Brunson, rallied again to beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 and win their first NBA title in 53 years on Saturday.

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