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New York Knicks accept White House invitation after championship win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 3:31 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

New York Knicks accept White House invitation after championship win
Summary

The New York Knicks have accepted an invitation to visit the White House after winning their first NBA championship in 53 years on June 13. Owner James Dolan announced the acceptance during a WFAN sports radio interview. This marks the first time in Donald Trump's presidency that an NBA champion would visit the White House. The White House confirmed the upcoming visit, though details are still being finalized. The Knicks' championship comes after a long title drought, especially highlighted during a period of strained relations between the NBA and the White House in recent years.

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By the Numbers
  • •Knicks won NBA Championship on June 13, 2026.
  • •Dolan confirmed the White House visit invitation acceptance.
  • •The Knicks could be first champions to visit under Trump.
  • •No NBA champions have visited the White House during Trump's terms previously.
  • •White House officials confirmed plans for the visit.
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  • 3:31 PMYahoo Sports — How NBA teams handled White House invites under Trump and Biden
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Until now, no NBA team has ever visited the White House under Donald Trump after a finals win.

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