Celebrations turn chaotic as Knicks fans take to New York streets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:01 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
During the New York Knicks' championship celebration early on June 14, one teenager was shot in the foot, and four others suffered stab wounds. The incidents occurred as fans gathered in large numbers in the streets following the Knicks' historic Game 5 victory over San Antonio, marking their first NBA championship in 53 years. Police reported numerous arrests related to various disturbances, including assaults on officers. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced plans for a ticker-tape parade in honor of the team on June 16, with certain city buildings to be illuminated in Knicks colors.
- •One teenager shot and four others stabbed during celebrations.
- •The Knicks won their first championship in 53 years.
- •Fans celebrated across multiple city blocks from Madison Square Garden.
- •Fifteen people were arrested for various offenses.
- •A ticker-tape parade is planned for June 16 in New York.
- 6:01 PMYahoo Sports — 1 shot, 4 stabbed as New Yorkers celebrate Knicks championship
- 2:02 PMFox News — Teen shot in foot amid unruly crowds as NYC fans celebrate Knicks championship - Fox News
"Rowdy celebrations after the New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years on Saturday night were marred by mayhem and violence, including gunshots in Times Square.
"One teenager was shot in the foot and four people were stabbed overnight in New York during the celebration of the New York Knicks' NBA championship.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 6:01 PM1 shot, 4 stabbed as New Yorkers celebrate Knicks championship
One teenager was shot in the foot and four people were stabbed overnight in New York during the celebration of the New York Knicks' NBA championship.
- Fox NewsJun 14, 2026, 2:02 PMTeen shot in foot amid unruly crowds as NYC fans celebrate Knicks championship - Fox News
Rowdy celebrations after the New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years on Saturday night were marred by mayhem and violence, including gunshots in Times Square.
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