Knicks’ long-awaited title sparks wild celebrations — and a night of chaos in New York

The New York Knicks ended their 53-year wait for a third NBA championship Saturday night, sparking wild celebrations across the city, some of which led to violence and arrests

The New York Knicks ended their 53-year wait for a third NBA championship Saturday night, sparking wild celebrations across the city, some of which led to violence and arrests.

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The Knicks clinched the best-of-seven series 4-1 against the San Antonio Spurs to lift the trophy for the first time since 1973, sealing the deal in Game 5 two days after pulling off the largest comeback in NBA Finals history.

The Knicks sealed the title at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, but over 1,500 miles away, in New York, celebrations erupted after the final buzzer.