In June 1999, the New York Knicks faced the San Antonio Spurs in Game Five of the NBA Finals, ultimately losing 78-77. At that time, Jennifer Lopez’s “If You Had My Love” topped the music charts, “Star Wars: Episode I” was the leading film, and “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” was the most popular TV show. Bill Clinton was the U.S. President, while the Knicks’ leading scorer was Latrell Sprewell, and Jalen Brunson was just two years old.
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