This Date in NBA History (May 8): The New York Knicks win first championship in franchise history in 1970 and more
By handing the Los Angeles Lakers their eighth straight Finals series loss in as many 12 years, the Knicks, led by Willis Reed and Walt Frazier, captured their first championship in franchise history.
On This Day in NY Sports History: Knicks win first NBA title
This Date in NBA History (May 8): The New York Knicks win first championship in franchise history in 1970 and more
History on This Day: Knicks claim first NBA title with win over Lakers - Yahoo Sports
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Willis Reed, leader on Knicks' 2 title teams, dies at 80
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Knicks legend, Hall of Famer Willis Reed dies at 80
This Date in NBA History (May 8): The New York Knicks win first championship in franchise history in 1970 and more
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