Walt Frazier, Spike Lee see Knicks as ‘team of destiny’ with shades of 1970s glory days
Walt Frazier and Spike Lee view the current New York Knicks team as reminiscent of the franchise's successful 1970s era. Both predict that the Knicks will end their 53-year championship drought following their recent victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers. With a franchise record of 11 consecutive playoff wins, they believe this team embodies the spirit and drive needed for success.
- ▪The Knicks advanced to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 after defeating the Cavaliers.
- ▪Walt Frazier highlighted the team's strong defense and ball movement as key factors in their success.
- ▪Spike Lee expressed confidence in the team's ability to win, drawing parallels to the Knicks' championship team from 1970.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 01:24:50 -0400 |
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NBA New York Knicks Walt Frazier, Spike Lee see Knicks as ‘team of destiny’ with shades of 1970s glory days By Stefan Bondy Published May 26, 2026, 1:24 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google CLEVELAND — These Knicks remind Clyde Frazier and Spike Lee of the versions in the 1970s. So to no surprise, both are predicting an end to the 53-year championship drought — regardless of whether the opponent is the Thunder or Spurs. “The way we’re playing now, I don’t think it matters who we play,” Frazier said after the Knicks beat the Cavs 130-93 on Monday, advancing to their first NBA Finals since 1999. “Their suffocating defense, the ball movement. [Coach Mike] Brown came in wanting to run pace and space. But that was one thing they didn’t do.
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