After 53 years, the New York Knicks are NBA champions. The wait sure seemed worth it

In a landmark moment for New York sports, the Knicks ended a 53-year title drought by defeating the San Antonio Spurs in five games, clinching the championship with a 94-90 win. The victory capped a postseason run that featured a dramatic comeback in Game 4 at Madison Square Garden, where New York erased a 29-point deficit. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver called the performance remarkable, noting the franchise’s long, storied history and its status as one of the league’s most storied teams. The Knicks joined a select group as the ninth franchise to own at least three championships, joining legends such as Boston and the Lakers.