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New York Knicks fans made sure to make the most of their 53-year wait, at least those who were able to get into the parade.
Millions of people gathered at New York’s Canyon of Heroes, as many fans were turned away long before the parade began due to crowds.
But those who entered had a great time, while others certainly pushed the boundaries.
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Thousands of fans gather near Wall Street in lower Manhattan for the New York Knicks’ championship parade and victory rally to celebrate their victory in the 2026 NBA Finals in New York City on June 18, 2026. The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win their first NBA championship in 53 years. (Spencer Platt/Getty Images)
Before the Knicks participated in the parade, several fans were seen climbing into police cars, while others gathered on top of a sanitation truck and building awnings.
Subway stations were packed around dawn, including some where hopeful attendees couldn’t even get out. Roads and parade entry points were closed, leaving countless people off the parade route.
In total, 72 vehicles were driven down Broadway to celebrate the team’s first title since 1973 and 10,000 officers were deployed.
New York Knicks fans gather before the championship parade and victory rally to celebrate the Knicks’ victory in the 2026 NBA Finals in New York City on June 18, 2026. The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win their first NBA championship in 53 years. (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images)
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The Knicks won each of the first two games in San Antonio before losing Game 3 and then completed the largest comeback in NBA Finals history in Game 4, overcoming a 29-point deficit.
Game 5 took place in San Antonio, where the Knicks once again overcame a double-digit deficit…twice.
Numerous watch parties were held during the playoff run that resulted in arrests, causing the parties to be temporarily canceled.
Thousands of fans line Broadway in lower Manhattan for the New York Knicks’ championship parade and victory rally to celebrate their victory in the 2026 NBA Finals in New York City on June 18, 2026. The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win their first NBA championship in 53 years. (Adam Gray/Getty Images)
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Owner James Dolan announced Wednesday that his team will visit President Donald Trump at the White House; No NBA championship team has done so in any of their mandates.
