Knicks Reach Finals; Odds Surge, Coach Snub, Trump Comments
PUBLISHED May 26, 2026, 2:23 PM ET
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New York. The New York Knicks reached the NBA Finals this week after an 11-game playoff winning streak and a sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers, following a 53-29 regular season and an NBA Cup victory; the team will face the Western Conference winner when the Finals begin June 3. This week sportsbooks and prediction markets moved the Knicks into one of the top spots for the 2026 championship, while Coach Mike Brown drew attention for receiving no Coach of the Year votes despite postseason success; President Trump said Wednesday he may attend a Madison Square Garden Finals game after an invitation from owner James Dolan.
By Michael Grant | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Jan 20, 2018 – Jalen Brunson scores 23 in Villanova win at Hartford.
- 2025–26 regular season – Knicks win NBA Cup and finish 53-29.
- April 18, 2026 – Knicks play Game One of Eastern Conference First Round at MSG.
- May 2026 – Knicks compile an 11-game playoff winning streak and sweep Cleveland in ECF.
- June 3, 2026 – NBA Finals scheduled to begin; public figures comment on attendance.
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- The Knicks' Finals run is a big deal for New York and NBA fans. If you're into sports betting, the odds for the Knicks have surged. If you're a fan, the team's success could mean a thrilling Finals series. And if you're into politics, you might see President Trump at a game.
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Local businesses, sportsbooks, the NBA and media outlets benefited financially from heightened interest surrounding the Knicks' Finals appearance and increased betting and viewership.
Coach Mike Brown received no Coach of the Year votes despite leading the Knicks to the NBA Finals, a development that drew critical attention.
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