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New York basketball team defeats Texas opponent to win championship
A professional basketball team based in New York ended a 53-year title drought by defeating a Texas-based opponent in Game 5 of the finals. The decisive game took place on June 13, 2026. A parade is scheduled for Thursday.
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A New York-based professional basketball team defeated a Texas opponent in Game 5 of the finals on June 13, 2026, securing the franchise's first championship in 53 years. The team won the series in five games. A player on the New York roster was named Finals MVP.
Additional developments A parade is scheduled for Thursday.
Celebrations are expected to continue for several days. Once the immediate festivities conclude, several secondary developments tied to the championship remain under review.
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