The 2025-26 NBA season has officially come to a close and after a year full of twists, turns and unforgettable moments, it was the New York Knicks who ultimately climbed to the top of the basketball world.
In Episode 69 of The New Twenty Four, Gavriel Wilkins and Torrence Stagger return to break down the conclusion of the NBA Finals after Jalen Brunson poured in 45 points to lead the Knicks past the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5, securing the franchise's first NBA championship since 1973 while earning Finals MVP honors in the process.
The guys reflect on New York's historic postseason run, what this championship means for one of the league's most passionate fanbases and more after putting an end to a 53-year drought.
Before shifting gears to talk on the Spurs following a remarkable season that culminated in their first NBA Finals appearance in 12 years. In addition to how San Antonio should approach the offseason ahead and what steps might be necessary for the franchise to take the next leap toward sustained championship contention with Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and a talented young core already in place.
Prior to sharing perspective and thoughts on the NBA's current era of parity after witnessing the league crown its eighth different champion since 2019, as the duo examines the various factors behind the trend, provide their takes on whether a repeat champion is likely anytime soon and discuss how the league's current structure continues to shape championship contention across the NBA.
On top of reacting to the Chicago Bulls hiring former Trail Blazers interim coach Tiago Splitter as their new head coach and top prospect Darryn Peterson's decision to meet exclusively with the Washington Wizards ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft.
All that and more as The New Twenty Four officially puts a bow on the 2025-26 NBA season and begins looking ahead toward the NBA Draft, free agency and the next chapter of the league's ever-evolving landscape.
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