Knicks celebrate first title since 1973 with record parade security
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The New York Knicks parade celebrating their first NBA championship since 1973 is set for Thursday. A record 10,000 NYPD officers will ensure safety along the 1-mile route from Battery Park to City Hall. The Knicks clinched the title after defeating the Spurs in five games, generating significant excitement and merchandise sales. Mayor Zohran Mamdani is focused on ensuring a successful event, which will feature Alicia Keys at the closing ceremony. Public access starts at 6 a.m. ET, with media access beginning earlier at 4 a.m.
- •Knicks won their first title since 1973 on Saturday.
- •Parade will have 10,000 NYPD officers for security.
- •Event starts at 10 a.m. ET, public access at 6 a.m.
- •Alicia Keys will perform at the closing ceremony.
- •Massive crowds expected due to high merchandise sales.
- 12:23 AMESPN — NYPD to deploy 10K officers for Knicks title parad...
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks Championship Parade Will Have Record 10,000 NYPD Officers
"The victory parade for the NBA champion New York Knicks will be safeguarded by 10,000 members of the NYPD, the largest number of police officers ever assigned to a planned event, the department said Wednesday.
"The Knicks won their first NBA title since 1973 on Saturday.
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External links- ESPNJun 18, 2026, 12:23 AMNYPD to deploy 10K officers for Knicks title parad...
The victory parade for the NBA champion New York Knicks will be safeguarded by 10,000 members of the NYPD, the largest number of police officers ever assigned to a planned event, the department said Wednesday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 10:30 PMKnicks Championship Parade Will Have Record 10,000 NYPD Officers
The Knicks won their first NBA title since 1973 on Saturday.
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