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Knicks Celebrate Title as Books and Pundits Favor Spurs, Thunder for 2026–27

Sportsbooks list the Spurs/Thunder as early favorites, leaving injuries, roster continuity, and summer moves to decide the next title race.

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An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns celebrate with the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy amidst a shower of confetti at the New York Knicks Championship parade, Image 2 shows Stephen A. Smith on "First Take" with a banner asking if the Knicks should be favored to win the NBA title next season after winning for the first time since 1973, Image 3 shows Stephon Castle attempts a shot against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Overview

  • The New York Knicks clinched the 2026 NBA championship and held city celebrations this week following their June run to the title.
  • Early betting futures from outlets such as FanDuel and bet365 put the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder ahead of the Knicks in odds to win the 2026–27 title.
  • ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith and other analysts argue the Thunder would be stronger if key playoff contributors Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell had been healthy in the West Finals.
  • The Knicks return virtually their full championship core, including Jalen Brunson and Karl‑Anthony Towns, a continuity that many see as a clear reason they can contend again.
  • Oklahoma City’s young core, plus draft assets at No. 12 and No. 17, give the Thunder concrete offseason paths to improve while trades and free‑agency moves could reshuffle the market before next season.