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Jalen Brunson Explains Why Spurs HC Mitch Johnson Was 1st Person He Approached When Knicks Won Title

The New York Knicks won the 2026 NBA championship by defeating the San Antonio Spurs four games to one. Jalen Brunson led the team with 32.6 points per game in the Finals. The title marks the franchise's first since 1973.

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  1. Knicks Secure First NBA Title Since 1973 After Defeating Spurs

    The New York Knicks won the 2026 NBA championship by defeating the San Antonio Spurs four games to one. Jalen Brunson led the team with 32.6 points per game in the Finals. The title marks the franchise's first since 1973.

    What's confirmed:

    • The New York Knicks won the NBA championship for the first time since 1973.
    • The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs four games to one in the Finals.
    • The championship series concluded on June 13, 2026.
    • The Knicks won the final game with a score of 94-90.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Jalen Brunson averaged 32.6 points per game in the Finals.
    • Jalen Brunson scored 45 points in the final game of the series.
    • Becky Hammon stated her opinion was wrong regarding Jalen Brunson.
    • The Knicks rallied from double-digit deficits in four of their victories.
    confidence 90%

  2. Jalen Brunson Explains Greeting to Spurs Coach After Title Win

    Jalen Brunson approached San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson immediately after the Knicks won the NBA championship. Brunson stated the gesture was an instinct to show respect. He hugged Johnson before greeting his own father.

    What's confirmed:

    • Jalen Brunson approached San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson immediately after the Knicks won the NBA championship.
    • Brunson described the move as an instinct to show respect.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Fans linked Brunson's comments to Victor Wembanyama.
    • Brunson hugged the Spurs coach before his father.
    confidence 90%

  3. Brunson Explains Post-Game Gesture Toward Spurs Coach

    Jalen Brunson approached San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson immediately after the Knicks won the NBA championship. Brunson described the move as an instinct to show respect. The Knicks secured their first title since 1973.

    What's confirmed:

    • Jalen Brunson hugged Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson immediately after the championship win.
    • Brunson stated he approached Coach Johnson first to show respect.
    • The Knicks won their first championship since 1973.
    confidence 100%

  4. Jalen Brunson Explains Gesture Toward Spurs Coach After NBA Title

    The New York Knicks won the 2026 NBA championship after defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5. Finals MVP Jalen Brunson approached Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson immediately after the game. Brunson stated that respect must be shown regardless of the outcome.

    What's confirmed:

    • The New York Knicks won the 2026 NBA championship by defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5.
    • Jalen Brunson was named the NBA Finals MVP.
    • Brunson hugged Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson immediately following the game.
    • Brunson said, "You always gotta show respect regardless of the outcome."
    • The victory is the first championship for the Knicks since 1973.
    confidence 100%