Charles Barkley comments on Sydney Sweeney at NBA Finals Game 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 11:24 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
During Game 5 of the NBA Finals, Charles Barkley expressed surprise at seeing actress Sydney Sweeney supporting the New York Knicks. Barkley humorously noted the influx of celebrity Knicks fans, including Sweeney, who is dating Scooter Braun. The Knicks won the game against the San Antonio Spurs 94-90, securing their first NBA championship since 1973. In subsequent celebrations, chaotic incidents occurred in New York City, leading to 63 arrests. Knicks owner James Dolan urged fans to celebrate responsibly, while New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced plans to present the team keys to the city.
- •Knicks win Game 5 against Spurs, 94-90.
- •Barkley jokes about celebrity Knicks fans during the broadcast.
- •Post-game celebrations resulted in 63 arrests in NYC.
- •Mayor Mamdani plans to present keys to the city to the Knicks.
- •Sweeney attended the Finals, showing support for the Knicks.
- 11:24 PMYahoo Sports — Charles Barkley on Sydney Sweeney Attending Game 5: ‘Come On, Man'
"Charles Barkley had some thoughts about the way certain celebrities have embraced the New York Knicks.
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