Massive interest in the Knicks’ magical title run sent this year’s TV ratings soaring to a multi-decade high, with ABC and ESPN averaging 20. 6 million viewers for the Finals. Pop quiz: When was the last time the NBA Finals averaged 20 million viewers?

Source: [Deadline](https://deadline.com/2026/06/lebron-james-steph-curry-team-up-nba-tv-ratings-1236971616/)

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