Baha Men celebrate Mike Brown's use of their song during Knicks' title run

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Baha Men celebrate Mike Brown's use of their song during Knicks' title run
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Mike Brown incorporated the Baha Men's song 'Who Let The Dogs Out' during the New York Knicks' championship celebrations, gaining the band's approval. Rik Carey, the lead vocalist, expressed happiness over Brown's enthusiasm and congratulated the Knicks on ending a 53-year title drought. Brown has a lengthy coaching history, previously winning titles as an assistant before finally claiming one as a head coach. His journey to this championship has included several coaching roles since the late 1990s, highlighting the significance of this win for him and the franchise.

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  • Mike Brown celebrated the title with the Baha Men's song.
  • Rik Carey praised Brown's connection to the song throughout the postseason.
  • The Knicks' championship win ended a 53-year title drought.
  • Brown has coached in the NBA for over 20 years.
  • He previously won championships as an assistant before this head coach title.
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Mike Brown turned a 2000 pop hook into one of the funniest side stories of the Knicks’ championship run, and the Baha Men are fully on board. The song followed Brown from Finals media day to the title celebration.

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