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Knicks fans celebrate with lookalike contest ahead of championship parade

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 2:48 AM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Knicks fans celebrate with lookalike contest ahead of championship parade

Summary

On June 18, Knicks fans in New York City participated in a Jalen Brunson lookalike contest in Washington Square Park, celebrating the team’s championship parade. The event, organized by Jake Epstein, featured fans in Knicks gear competing for a $5,000 prize. The winner had a chance to speak with Brunson on FaceTime, heightening the excitement. Geraldine Bryant, a die-hard fan, secured a prime location along the parade route and planned to spend the night there. The NYPD is set to deploy over 10,000 officers for the parade, marking their largest presence for such an event.

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By the Numbers

•Fans gathered for a lookalike contest in Washington Square Park
•The winner spoke with Jalen Brunson via FaceTime
•Geraldine Bryant arrived early to secure a front-row spot
•Over 10,000 police officers will monitor the parade route
•This marks a historic celebration for Knicks fans

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2:48 AMYahoo Sports — Die-hard Knicks fans secure prime spots for championship parade

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NEW YORK CITY (PIX 11) — As anticipation builds for the Knicks’ championship parade, fans kept the celebration going Wednesday with a Jalen Brunson lookalike contest in Washington Square Park. Sean Challenger said he was among the first to be eliminated for the second year in a row. “I wanted to give my try again,” said […]
— Yahoo Sports

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