"City in Rapture: New York Knicks' Historic NBA Title Win Ends 53-Year Drought" In a moment of pure elation for the Big Apple, the New York Knicks have finally ended their agonizing 53-year wait for an NBA championship. The last time the city celebrated a Knicks title, the world was a vastly different place. On March 24, 1973, the Knicks defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 114-100 in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, sending the city into a frenzy of confetti, cheers, and tears of joy. Fast forward to the present, and the city is bracing for another outpouring of excitement as the Knicks' loyal fans bask in the glory of their team's historic achievement. What will the city be like when the Knicks bring home the championship? Find out how New York City is celebrating this momentous occasion.


Ending a 53-year drought, the New York Knicks clinched the NBA title. Here's what NYC was like the last time the Knicks won.