Knicks fans celebrate NBA championship at parade in NYC

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Knicks fans celebrate NBA championship at parade in NYC
Summary

The New York Knicks held a championship parade on June 17, 2026, celebrating their first NBA title since 1973. The event took place along the Canyon of Heroes and attracted millions of fans, who filled the streets in Lower Manhattan. The Knicks secured their championship with a dramatic 94-90 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on June 13, leading to a strong emotional response from fans, some of whom had only known disappointment in the team's history. The parade featured fans wearing jerseys in honor of NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson as they celebrated the franchise's long-awaited success.

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  • Knicks won NBA Championship on June 13, 2026.
  • Parade drew millions of fans to NYC on June 17.
  • Finals MVP Jalen Brunson celebrated by fans in attendance.
  • Fans expressed emotions of joy and relief during the event.
  • Knicks' last title prior was in 1973.
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Is it once in a lifetime? Whether it is or not, the Knicks celebrated their NBA Championship with a parade down the Canyon of Heroes with their fans.

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