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Knicks celebrate first championship in 53 years amidst Manhattan chaos

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 8:38 AM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Knicks celebrate first championship in 53 years amidst Manhattan chaos
Summary

Fans flooded midtown Manhattan on June 13 to celebrate the New York Knicks' first championship in 53 years. Jalen Brunson played a significant role, scoring 45 points during the deciding game. The celebrations included various fan activities, although police managed crowd control and made multiple arrests. The atmosphere was electric, with fans partaking in various forms of revelry while expressing their jubilation over the team’s historic win.

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  • •Knicks win their first championship in 53 years on June 13.
  • •Jalen Brunson scored 45 points in the championship game.
  • •Celebration culminated in midtown Manhattan with heavy police presence.
  • •Police arrested several fans during the celebrations.
Latest Updates
  • 8:38 AMYahoo Sports — Chaos on streets of New York after Knicks’ NBA title
  • 7:22 AMThe Guardian Sport — Ecstasy and chaos grip New York City after Knicks win long-sought NBA title – in pictures
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There were chaotic scenes on the streets of New York on Saturday night as huge crowds gathered to celebrate their team’s victory in the NBA finals.

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