New York Knicks win NBA championship for first time in over 50 years

The New York Knicks won the National Basketball Association championship for the first time in over 50 years, sending the city and fans into a frenzy after the long-awaited victory.

The Knicks clinched the title on Saturday night against the San Antonio Spurs, 94-90, in the fifth game of the best-of-seven series.

While the game was in Texas, New Yorkers took to their hometown streets in droves to watch and celebrate the milestone moment for the team, its fans and the entire city.

Some fans also made their way to Texas where the two teams faced off at the Frost Center, the Spurs' home arena.

Elizabeth Madigan flew to San Antonio from New York Friday night ahead of Saturday's game.

"I've been waiting for this, honestly most of my life. The last time the Knicks won, I was 6 months old, and so I can't begin to describe how excited I am. It's been unbelievable," she said.

"I definitely had my doubts. But we did pull it off. Knicks forever."

This season has represented a stunning reversal of fortune for the Knicks after decades as one of the worst teams in the league. The last time they made it all the way to the finals was in 1999, also against the Spurs, who ultimately beat them. Their last finals win was even earlier, in 1973.