🏀On May 8, 1970 the New York Knicks claimed their first NBA title by defeating the Los Angeles Lakers 113-99 in Game 7 of the Finals. New York was led by the inspirational play of injured center Willis Reed, who limped onto the court and scored the game’s first 2 baskets, and guard Walt ''Clyde'' Frazier, who led the Knicks with 36 points, 19 assists and 7 rebounds. Dave DeBusschere added 18 points and 17 rebounds for the Knicks.🏀 | Davenport Sports Network

🏀50 years ago today on May 8, 1970 the New York Knicks won their first NBA title by defeating the Los Angeles Lakers 113-99 in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. New York was led by the inspirational play of injured center Willis Reed, who limped onto the court and scored the game's first 2 baskets, and guard Walt ''Clyde'' Frazier led the Knicks with 36 points, 19 assists and 7 rebounds. Dick Barnett added 21 points for the Knicks while Dave DeBusschere tallied 18 points and 17 rebounds.🏀 #Knicks #Whe

🏆 "4 seconds, 3, 2, 1... we have a new NBA champion!" 🏆 The New York Knicks defeat the Los Angeles Lakers, 113-99, to capture the 1970 NBA Championship! Walt Frazier (36 PTS, 7 REB, 19 AST) propelled the Knicks, while Dave DeBusschere added 18 PTS and 17 REB for New York. #NBATogetherLive Relive the action: https://www.facebook.com/nba/videos/321300955523222/ | NBA