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Washington, D.C. – 7/10/26… Today, Congressman Lawler (NY-17) introduced a resolution congratulating the New York Knicks, the 2026 National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals Champions, securing the team’s first NBA title since 1973 after winning in five games against the San Antonio Spurs.

The resolution recognizes the Knicks’ historic championship run and the team’s remarkable postseason performance, including a 16-3 playoff record, historic comeback victories, and the leadership of Jalen Brunson, the 2026 NBA Finals' Captain and Most Valuable Player. 

“For generations of New Yorkers, we’ve waited for this moment. Our team never quit, never backed down, and reminded all of us of what it means to be a New Yorker and what makes our state special: grit, resilience, and the belief that anything is possible. After more than 50 years, the Larry O’Brien Trophy is finally back where it belongs. Congratulations to Jalen Brunson, the Captain and 2026 NBA Finals' Most Valuable Player, Coach Mike Brown, owner James Dolan, the entire Knicks organization, and every fan who has been waiting for this championship win. It will always be New York or nowhere,” said Congressman Lawler.

The resolution also recognizes the team for uniting New Yorkers of all backgrounds, igniting excitement among basketball fans around the world, and inspiring millions to believe in themselves and never give up.

The resolution was co-signed by Reps. Laura Gillen (NY-04), Claudia Tenney (NY-24), Jerry Nadler (NY-12), Nick LaLota (NY-01), Daniel Goldman (NY-10), Ritchie Torres (NY-15), Gregory Meeks (NY-05), Andrew Garbarino (NY-02), Thomas Suozzi (NY-03), Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), Josh Riley (NY-19), Nick Langworthy (NY-23), Pat Ryan (NY-18), and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14). 

The full bill text can be found HERE.

Congressman Lawler is one of the most bipartisan members of Congress and represents New York's 17th Congressional District, which is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties. He was rated the most effective freshman lawmaker in the 118th Congress, 8th overall, surpassing dozens of committee chairs.

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