Mikal Bridges to take dog Sonny to Knicks championship parade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 8:02 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Mikal Bridges confirmed that his yellow Labrador, Sonny, will join him in the New York Knicks’ championship parade on June 19. The celebration marks the Knicks' first NBA title in 53 years, featuring a historic ticker-tape parade through Lower Manhattan. Bridges, alongside teammates including Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, expressed his excitement on Good Morning America, emphasizing his wish to have his dog on the float. Fans responded positively to this personal touch, as Sonny has become a beloved figure on Bridges' social media.
- •Knicks celebrate first NBA championship since 1973 on June 19.
- •Bridges' dog, Sonny, will be part of the parade festivities.
- •Bridges mentioned wanting Sonny on the float during a recent interview.
- •Fans have embraced Sonny as a part of the Knicks' story.
- •The celebration will take place in Lower Manhattan.
- 8:02 AMYahoo Sports — Mikal Bridges only wanted one thing from the Knicks championship parade — and he’s getting it
"Mikal Bridges only had one request ahead of the New York Knicks’ championship parade, and the NBA champion got his wish. New York is preparing to celebrate its first NBA title in 53 years with a historic ticker-tape parade through Lower Manhattan, giving Knicks players the chance to share the moment with the fans who waited decades to see the franchise back on top.
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