Knicks ease to victory in Game 4 of Eastern finals New York aiming for first championship since 1973 Knicks ease to victory in Game 4 of Eastern finals New York aiming for first championship since 1973 The New York Knicks are back in the NBA finals for the first time since 1999 after another overwhelming victory completed a 4-0 sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference finals. The Knicks are in ruthless form as they attempt to win their first NBA championship since 1973. They