Knicks’ long-awaited title sparks wild celebrations — and a night of chaos in New York

U.S. newsKnicks’ long-awaited title sparks wild celebrations — and a night of chaos in New YorkThe historic victory sparked scenes of jubilation, with fans flooding the streets, celebrities joining in the festivities and city leaders planning a ticker-tape parade.Add NBC News to GoogleFans across New York celebrate Knicks historic win01:27Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 14, 2026, 7:29 AM EDTBy Freddie ClaytonThe New York Knicks ended their 53-year wait for a third NBA championship on Friday night, sparking wild celebrations across the city.Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.The Knicks clinched the best-of-seven series 4-1 against the San Antonio Spurs to lift the trophy for the first time since 1973, sealing the deal in Game 5 two days after pulling off the largest comeback in NBA Finals history.The Knicks sealed the title at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, but over 1,500 miles away in New York, celebrations erupted after the final buzzer.The historic victory sparked scenes of jubilation, with fans flooding the streets, celebrities joining in the festivities and city leaders planning a ticker-tape parade.New York Knicks fans climb on buses as they celebrate after they win the NBA Finals in Times Square on June 14.Adam Gray / Getty ImagesKnicks fans fill the street celebrating after the New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.Kena Betancur / AFP via Getty ImagesThousands of fans filled the streets, jumping and chanting the moment the Knicks secured victory. Police officers and ambulance workers in Brooklyn were heard shouting “Let’s go Knicks” over loudspeakers.Traffic around Madison Square Garden, where fans watched the game on big screens, ground to a halt after the game as police maintained a heavy presence. In San Antonio, diehard Knicks fans Spike Lee, Timothée Chalamet and Ben Stiller were seen joining in the celebrations on the court.Chalame...