NYPD mistakenly halts Knicks' Tyler Kolek during championship parade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 6:59 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
During the New York Knicks’ championship parade on June 22, 2026, police mistakenly stopped guard Tyler Kolek, believing he was an unauthorized fan. A viral video showed Kolek jogging and high-fiving fans before being directed away by NYPD officers. He clarified his identity as a Knicks player, humorously engaging with the moment online. The parade featured performances and celebrity appearances, celebrating the team's historic championship win. Kolek, who joined the Knicks in 2024, had limited minutes during the season but captured attention with this incident.
- •Tyler Kolek was stopped by NYPD at the Knicks' parade.
- •Kolek clarified he was a member of the team.
- •The parade included performances by Alicia Keys and celebrity attendees.
- •Kolek joined the Knicks in 2024 and mainly served as a backup point guard.
- 6:59 AMYahoo Sports — NYPD Mistakes Knicks’ Tyler Kolek for a Fan in Viral Parade Blunder
"Tyler Kolek‘s championship parade took a turn when police stopped him on the route. The Knicks guard had to explain he was part of the team. The New York Knicks’ championship parade delivered plenty of memorable scenes, but one of the most talked-about moments involved a case of mistaken identity. NYPD accidentally stops Knicks’ Tyler […] The post NYPD Mistakes Knicks’ Tyler Kolek for a Fan in Viral Parade Blunder appeared first on Reality Tea.
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