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Knicks fans celebrate NBA championship win in New York streets

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 7:04 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Knicks fans celebrate NBA championship win in New York streets
Summary

New York Knicks fans took to the streets on June 14 to celebrate their team's NBA championship victory over the San Antonio Spurs, winning Game 5 with a score of 94-90. The victory marked the franchise's first title in over five decades, with fans passionately singing 'Empire State of Mind' by Jay-Z and Alicia Keys. Celebrities, including Ben Stiller and Timothée Chalamet, joined in the celebration, with Stiller expressing his joy and Chalamet congratulating Knicks captain Jalen Brunson in their locker room. A parade is scheduled for June 18 to further commemorate the championship win.

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  • •Knicks defeat Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of NBA Finals.
  • •Fans celebrate with singing and festivities across New York.
  • •Celebrities such as Ben Stiller and Timothée Chalamet join celebrations.
  • •Jalen Brunson was named Finals MVP after the win.
  • •A victory parade is scheduled for June 18.
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  • 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks Fans Sing Out Jay-Z, Alicia Keys’ “Empire State of Mind” In Streets After NBA Championship Win
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The City of New York has been waiting a very long time for the Knicks to bring home an NBA […]

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