Chris Russo was taken aback by the New York Knicks going gung-ho about an NBA Cup win and perceiving it in the same light as the Larry O'Brien trophy.

The first words out of guard Jalen Brunson’s mouth when he was announced as the NBA Cup MVP on-court, postgame ceremony paid tribute to his team’s role players, specifically OG Anunoby, Tyler Kolek, Jordan Clarkson and Mitchell Robinson.

The Knicks won the NBA Cup with a 124-113 victory over the Spurs on Dec. 16. Now, New York needs to validate that with a bigger title.

Tyler Kolek delivers career highs in points and rebounds, drawing praise from broadcasters and superstar teammates.

Following their biggest win in over 50 years, the New York Knicks are rebelling against the wishes of the NBA and Adam Silver.

The Knicks started the third just 2-of-8 from the floor, allowing the Spurs to open a double-digit lead. New York would bring it back down to single digits, but the highlight was this Victor Wembanyama reverse alley-oop slam.

Unlike last year, the Oklahoma City Thunder were in the comfort of their own homes as the 2025 NBA Cup finals played out. All eyes in the NBA world were on the New York Knicks as they beat the San Antonio Spurs to win the in-season tournament.

Our NBA writers who were in Vegas tell us what they saw and heard, and what they think the future of the Cup looks like.