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NBA: Knicks Reach Finals for First Time Since 1999 After Sweeping Cavaliers

From Le Figaro · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • The New York Knicks reached the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, sweeping the Cleveland Cavaliers 4-0 in the Eastern Conference.
  • The team secured their 11th consecutive playoff victory, a franchise record, with a dominant 130-93 win in Game 4.
  • Jalen Brunson was unanimously named MVP of the series, with key contributions from Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby.

The New York Knicks are heading to the NBA Finals for the first time in 25 years, securing their spot with a resounding 130-93 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals. This dominant performance capped off a remarkable playoff run for the Knicks, who swept the Cavaliers 4-0 in the series.

We'll enjoy it for a day or two, but we have a more ambitious goal to achieve and we need to get back to work seriously.

— Landry ShametReflecting on the team's achievement while maintaining focus on the championship.

With their latest win, the Knicks extended their current playoff winning streak to an impressive 11 games, setting a new franchise record. The team showcased a balanced offensive attack, with Karl-Anthony Towns contributing 19 points and 14 rebounds, and OG Anunoby adding 17 points. Landry Shamet provided a spark off the bench, hitting all four of his three-point attempts for 16 points.

It's a huge honor to play with them.

— Jalen BrunsonExpressing gratitude towards his teammates and the organization.

Guard Jalen Brunson was the undisputed leader throughout the series, earning unanimous MVP honors for the Eastern Conference Finals. Despite the team's success, players remain focused on the ultimate goal. "We'll enjoy it for a day or two, but we have a more ambitious goal to achieve and we need to get back to work seriously," said Shamet, acknowledging the challenges ahead.

We all believe in each other, at all levels. It's an honor to play with them.

— Jalen BrunsonAttributing the team's success to mutual trust and belief.

The Knicks, who last won NBA championships in 1970 and 1973, will now face either the San Antonio Spurs or the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals, which begin on June 3. Their opponent will be determined by the outcome of the Western Conference Finals, currently tied at 2-2. The team's coach, Mike Brown, praised the team's chemistry and belief in each other, highlighting the strong bonds that have fueled their historic season.

The players we have brought together (...) are simply great people, and they are obviously excellent basketball players.

— Mike BrownPraising the character and skill of the Knicks' roster.
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Originally published by Le Figaro in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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