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SUN · 2026-06-14 · 11:34 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0614-84308
NSR-2026-0614-84308News Report·EN·Human Interest
Hundreds gather in Hong Kong to watch Knicks clinch first NBA title in 5 decades
Hundreds of Hong Kong basketball fans gathered at a Kowloon Bay cinema on Sunday to watch the New York Knicks win their first NBA championship in 53 years. The NBA-organized watch party included fans of both the Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, who tuned in for the 8:30 AM Hong Kong time tip-off.
Wynna WongSouth China Morning PostFiled 2026-06-14 · 11:34 GMTLean · Center-RightRead · 1 min
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Hundreds of Hong Kong basketball fans gathered at a Kowloon Bay cinema on Sunday to watch the New York Knicks win their first NBA championship in 53 years. The NBA-organized watch party included fans of both the Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, who tuned in for the 8:30 AM Hong Kong time tip-off. The event marked the end of a long title drought for the Knicks franchise, with their victory sealing the championship since 1973. Former NBA player Robert Horry, a seven-time champion, was also present at the screening.
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The Knicks' championship is their first since 1973.
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The event was organized by the NBA.
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Robert Horry, a seven-time ring winner, was present at the event.
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The New York Knicks secured their first NBA championship in 53 years.
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Hundreds of Hong Kong basketball fans gathered to watch the New York Knicks play.
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