Relentless Knicks sweep Cavaliers to return to NBA finals for first time since 1999
The New York Knicks have advanced to the NBA finals for the first time since 1999 after sweeping the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference finals. They completed the series with a decisive 130-93 victory, showcasing their strong performance throughout the playoffs. The Knicks will now prepare to face either the Oklahoma City Thunder or the San Antonio Spurs in the finals.
- ▪The Knicks swept the Cavaliers 4-0 in the Eastern Conference finals.
- ▪They are on an 11-game winning streak, the third longest in NBA postseason history.
- ▪Jalen Brunson was named the Eastern Conference finals MVP for his leadership and performance.
7 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 18 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 3 lean left, 2 centre.
- ▪ Knicks reach NBA Finals for first time in 27 years — Yahoo Sports
- ▪ New York back in NBA Finals for first time since 1999 after beating Cleveland — NPR Topics: News
- ▪ New York back in NBA Finals for first time since 1999 after beating Cleveland 130-93 to finish sweep - AP News — Google News
- ▪ New York back in NBA Finals for first time since 1999 after beating Cleveland 130-93 to finish sweep — ABC News — Top
- ▪ New York Knicks advance to first NBA Finals since 1999 — NBC News — Top
- ▪ How all the Knicks' big bets are paying off with New York one win from NBA Finals — CBS Sports
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The New York Knicks hold the Eastern Conference Championship trophy after sweeping the Cleveland Cavaliers. Photograph: Tim Phillis/APView image in fullscreenThe New York Knicks hold the Eastern Conference Championship trophy after sweeping the Cleveland Cavaliers. Photograph: Tim Phillis/APNBARelentless Knicks sweep Cavaliers to return to NBA finals for first time since 1999Knicks ease to victory in Game 4 of Eastern finalsNew York aiming for first championship since 1973Tom LutzMon 25 May 2026 23.01 EDTLast modified on Mon 25 May 2026 23.14 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe New York Knicks are back in the NBA finals for the first time since 1999 after another overwhelming victory completed a 4-0 sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference finals.The Knicks are in…
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