Hour 1: Nerves High as Knicks Eye Championship in Game 5
Hour 1: Nerves High as Knicks Eye Championship in Game 5  
Podcast: The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle
Published On: Sat Jun 13 2026
Description: Craig and Big Mac discuss the anxiety and excitement surrounding the Knicks' chance to clinch the NBA title in Game 5. They analyze OG Anunoby’s MVP candidacy and revisit the trade that brought him to New York while debating the series' historical significance. The conversation also explores Mike Brown’s history with De'Aaron Fox and the psychology of closing out an opponent. 01:34 - Knicks Game 5 Prep 05:18 - Signature Championship Moments 12:16 - Mike Brown’s Fox History 19:15 - Game 5 Betting Lines 22:20 - Historic vs Historical Debate 29:02 - Anunoby Trade Reactions 35:05 - NBA Finals MVP Race 41:45 - Closing Out The Series