Knicks give New York something new: impossible joy
At long last, the team delivered for its city.
From The Times
June 14, 2026

With its first championship in 53 years, the Knicks finally gave New York City a shared experience that was good, gleeful and uncomplicated.

A crowd of people, many wearing blue and orange, react. Some are screaming and have their hands in the air.

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The Knicks’ title run made the big city feel like a small neighborhood. →

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