Thursday, April 16, 2026

The Knicks defeat the Spurs and are crowned 2025 NBA Cup champions

Las Vegas, United States. — The New York Knicks ended a drought of more than five decades without titles by defeating the San Antonio Spurs 124-113 this Tuesday and being crowned champions of the 2025 NBA Cup, in a final held in Las Vegas.

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Jalen Brunson led the New York offense with 25 points, while OG Anunoby was the top scorer of the match with 28 units. Added to that solid performance was the Dominican center Karl-Anthony Towns, who signed a double-double of 16 points and 11 rebounds, contributing key presence on both sides of the court. From the bench, Mitchell Robinson was decisive in the battle under the boards by capturing 15 rebounds, ten of them offensive, which allowed the Knicks to maintain control of the game at decisive moments. For the Spurs, the young French phenomenon Victor Wembanyama finished with 18 points, six rebounds and one assist in 25 minutes of action, unable to prevent the defeat of the Texan team. With this victory, the Knicks celebrate their first title in 52 years and add the NBA Cup to the franchise's history, marking a milestone in a season that is already etched in the memory of their fans.

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