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Stephen A. says ‘IT’S NOW OR NEVER’ for the NY Knicks to win an NBA Championship! | First Take
On First Take, Brian Windhorst, Stephen A. Smith, Michael Wilbon and Monica McNutt join Shae Cornette to discuss if this is the time for the New York Knicks to win an NBA Championship and if they can beat the San Antonio Spurs. 0:00 NBA Finals jacket 1:15 Is it now or never for the Knicks…
@DLeo_11
June 3, 2026 at 5:53 pm
I hope Knicks win. I am from NY, not a knicks fan but we still got to show love for the New York Knicke led by KAT, Brunson, Heart, Bridges & the whole crew.
@blazini2323
June 3, 2026 at 5:57 pm
This guy is literally the most clueless sports guy on tv. Sa in 5 or 6
@Lionbehavior33
June 3, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Spurs in 6.
@LeoRichie-s6t
June 3, 2026 at 6:10 pm
Knicks will not lose. We are who we are, the best basketball team in the world, good starts fast and focused hard,Tuff team and individual defense share the roc and don’t go for wemby pump fake also box him out and watch for him throwing it up on the glass for put back we will not lose Knicks basketball
@timgravelle3253
June 3, 2026 at 6:18 pm
Can They : Yes Will They : Not sure, but I LGK
@Paul-h8y
June 3, 2026 at 6:24 pm
Knickerbockers
@JoseD-f2d
June 3, 2026 at 6:26 pm
White jacket is fresh
@JoseD-f2d
June 3, 2026 at 6:29 pm
SAS has a daughter? Who is the baby mama 😢
@JoeyHuman
June 3, 2026 at 6:34 pm
Why is Knicks employee and fan Monica McNutt covering the series for ESPN First Take? She’s probably been on here 25 times over past three seasons and ALWAYS says the most pro Knicks thing even when they sucked.
@larryteacher
June 3, 2026 at 6:40 pm
The Spurs always beat the Knick’s. Will the Knicks choke again? Or will they finish and win 4 games? We find out tonight
@Duke.E33
June 3, 2026 at 6:51 pm
I think they need Molly for the summer baby 😂
@TheJeff8732
June 3, 2026 at 6:52 pm
@Steven A
A Prayer for the Knicks’ Championship Glory
Heavenly Father, Creator of the game and the source of all strength,
We lift up our beloved New York Knicks as they chase the ultimate glory of an NBA Championship. For decades, the Garden has waited, the fans have believed, and the city has kept the faith. Now, we ask for Your favor and protection over this team.
Grant extra strength, wisdom, and vision to Jalen Brunson, our fearless leader. Let his footsteps be sure, his vision clear, and his spirit unbreakable as he steers the ship.
Bless Karl-Anthony Towns with power in the paint and precision from deep. May he be a towering force of resilience, anchoring the team on both ends of the floor.
Infuse Josh Hart with boundless energy and an unstoppable hustle. Give him the wings to chase down every loose ball and the heart to inspire everyone around him.
Cover OG Anunoby with health, elite focus, and lockdown precision. Let him be an impenetrable fortress on defense and a clutch spark on offense.
And ignite Mikal Bridges with flawless synergy and ironclad endurance. May his two-way brilliance shine bright under the biggest lights.
Lord, as these five and the entire roster pour out every ounce of sweat, blood, and tears onto the hardwood, let them feel the roaring energy of the truest fans in the world. Knit this team together in perfect unity, keep them safe from injury, and let their sacrifice be rewarded with the Larry O’Brien trophy raised high in Madison Square Garden.
Let the orange and blue finally reign supreme.
Amen.
@robertbrown4152
June 3, 2026 at 6:58 pm
I’m a spurs fan but I feel it the Knicks time.
@marcsteph15
June 3, 2026 at 7:03 pm
All i hear is yelling
@juanflorescanal1014
June 3, 2026 at 7:05 pm
Can’t wait for tomorrow morning
@Zbc-t6g
June 3, 2026 at 7:07 pm
Craziest PAUSE in ESPN History🤣
@thothraseth
June 3, 2026 at 7:11 pm
Spurs gonna sweep knicks
@kevothegoat9891
June 3, 2026 at 7:20 pm
4:50 cubs won in 2016 that’s not comparable anymore
@JoelDJohnson1986
June 3, 2026 at 7:46 pm
The Cubs had a curse double longer than the Knicks. No comparison, you’re right.
@cloudlockheart93
June 3, 2026 at 7:26 pm
Okay that one was funny. It doesn’t have to be a logical debate every time. I like the casual banter of this spot. It’s just one emotional fan spewing WWE-esque takes. 😅
@AngusJohnMcPherson-g3k
June 3, 2026 at 7:26 pm
I am surprised the media is talking so much about the 1999 Knickerbockers team when talking about the Knickerbockers I get the two played each other but no one ever talks about an NBA Finals that you lost the year the media should be talking about is 1973. The 1999 Knickerbockers are irrelevant because they lost, Walt Frazer, Dave DeBusschere, Bill Bradley, Earl Monroe, and Willis Reed, Jerry Lucas, and Phil Jackson are the only Knickerbockers that were relevant. 53 year drought for such a big market team the Knickerbockers need to win.
@NYUpbig
June 3, 2026 at 7:44 pm
In all honesty, what would be cooler to watch, San Antonio going crazy, or the streets of NYC going crazy? We all know the answer
@CraigCharley
June 3, 2026 at 8:12 pm
Knicks are the Timberwolves Jr team
@RodelleCole-b4t
June 3, 2026 at 8:14 pm
FIFTY 🦁 speaking Don’t 💤 on the KNICKS Stephen A they READY
@1ZEROSUMGAME
June 3, 2026 at 9:21 pm
Come on San Antonio. I despise NY for more than the NBA.