Knicks reach NBA Finals for first time in 27 years
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- New York Knicks sweep the Cleveland Cavaliers 130‑93 to clinch the Eastern Conference title, completing a 4‑0 series win and extending the franchise’s playoff‑win streak to 11 games.
- Karl‑Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 19 points and 14 rebounds, while series MVP Jalen Brunson contributed 15 points in the decisive game.
- The victory marks the Knicks’ first NBA Finals appearance since 1999, ending a 27‑year drought; Brunson, whose father Rick played on the 1999 team, highlighted the team’s collective belief.
- Landry Shamet added 16 points, hitting all four of his three‑point attempts, and the Knicks now aim to match the NBA record 15‑game playoff win streak set by the 2017 Warriors as they await the Western champion (Oklahoma City or Spurs) in the Finals.
Why it matters: The Knicks’ Finals berth boosts franchise valuation and ticket revenue while forcing the Western champion to prepare for a historic 15‑game win‑streak chase, potentially reshaping broadcast ratings.