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Jose Alvarado discusses Knicks potential White House visit after title win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:53 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Jose Alvarado discusses Knicks potential White House visit after title win

Summary

New York Knicks guard Jose Alvarado has expressed his willingness to visit the White House if invited, following the team's victory in the NBA Finals. With the Knicks winning their first championship in 53 years, speculation about an invitation has arisen. Alvarado stated he would attend if that is what his teammates decide. There has been no official invitation yet, but Knicks owner James Dolan's relationship with President Donald Trump could influence the likelihood of a visit. Prior to any potential White House trip, the Knicks will celebrate their championship with a parade on June 18, 2026, starting at 10 a.m. ET from Battery Park to City Hall.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks won NBA championship on June 13, 2026.
•Alvarado is open to a White House visit if invited.
•No official invitation to the Knicks has been announced yet.
•Championship parade set for June 18, 2026, in New York City.
•Parade route ends at City Hall with a celebration hosted by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

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5:19 AMYahoo Sports — Jose Alvarado breaks silence on potential Trump White House visit after Knicks title
5:53 PMYahoo Sports — Jose Alvarado shares thoughts on potential Knicks White House visit

What they're saying

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Jose Alvarado did not turn the Knicks’ potential White House visit into a political issue, but he did make his position clear. The Knicks guard was asked about the possibility following New York’s NBA Finals win over the San Antonio Spurs, a victory that ended the franchise’s 53-year title drought.
— Yahoo Sports