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New York basketball team wins NBA title in Game 5
The team defeated its opponent 94-90 on June 13, 2026, in San Antonio to claim the championship. The victory ended a 53-year title drought for the franchise. Players and fans marked the result with on-court and citywide celebrations.
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A New York basketball team defeated its opponent 94-90 in Game 5 on June 13, 2026, in San Antonio to win the NBA title. The result marked the first championship for the franchise in 53 years, one month, and three days. Players and staff gathered on the court after the final buzzer.
Team owner James Dolan spoke with a television interviewer while players Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson joined the celebration.
On-court and city reactions Jalen Brunson said he was "in awe" after the game.
One resident poured drinks in memory of a late relative. Others described the moment as the first time multiple generations had shared the result together.
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