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.

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Knicks fondly recall the championship they earned 50 years ago; unfortunately, they couldn't be honored for it - Newsday

Willis Reed, leader on Knicks' 2 title teams, dies at 80

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Willis Reed's Hip and the Radio Daze of 1970 Knicks Fans - The New York Times

Today in NYC History: The Knicks Win Their First Championship! (1970)

Willis Reed appreciated being Knicks' 'Captain

History on This Day: Knicks claim first NBA title with win over Lakers - Yahoo Sports

NEW YORK KNICKS on X: This day in Knicks History: The Captain returned and Clyde went for 36 PTS / 19 AST / 7 REB securing the Knicks their first NBA title.

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I think we see Willis coming out”: An oral history of the Knicks' Game 7 win in the 1970 NBA Finals — The Strickland: A New York Knicks Site Guaranteed To Make 'Em Jump

Top Moments: Willis Reed's emotional return inspires Knicks in Game 7 of 1970 Finals

New York Knicks legend Willis Reed dies at 80 - ESPN