Knicks players attend World Cup match after NBA championship victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 12:18 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Deuce McBride, Mikal Bridges, and OG Anunoby of the New York Knicks were present at MetLife Stadium for the France-Senegal World Cup match on June 17, 2026. Their attendance comes just days after the Knicks secured their first NBA championship in 53 years. The recent victory has generated significant excitement around the franchise, adding to the atmosphere of the World Cup event. The Knicks players are likely to be celebrating their historic achievement in tandem with their support for the national teams competing in the tournament.
- •Deuce McBride, Mikal Bridges, and OG Anunoby attended a World Cup match.
- •The match was between France and Senegal at MetLife Stadium.
- •The Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years days earlier.
- •The event underscores the Knicks' growing prominence in sports.
- •The players celebrated their championship victory while supporting World Cup teams.
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