New York Knicks fans host Jalen Brunson lookalike contest in celebration
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 7:37 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
On June 17, fans gathered at Washington Square Park in New York for a Jalen Brunson lookalike contest, coinciding with the city's championship celebrations. Five-year-old Francisco, wearing Brunson's No. 11 jersey, was declared the winner and received a $5,000 prize. The contest took place just before the Knicks' championship parade following their title win over the San Antonio Spurs. Francisco's moment was made even more memorable when Brunson FaceTimed him after the competition, creating an exciting atmosphere among the gathered fans.
- •Contest held June 17 at Washington Square Park
- •Five-year-old Francisco wins $5,000 prize
- •Event occurs before Knicks' championship parade
- •Brunson FaceTimes Francisco post-win
- •Knicks won championship against the San Antonio Spurs
- 7:37 AMYahoo Sports — New York Knicks fans host Jalen Brunson lookalike contest, superstar FaceTimes winner
"A five-year-old New York Knicks fan became one of the stars of the city’s championship celebrations after winning a Jalen Brunson lookalike contest and receiving an unexpected call from the man himself. With New York still basking in the glow of their first NBA championship in 53 years, dozens of supporters gathered at Washington Square Park on Wednesday to take part in a Brunson-themed lookalike competition.
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