Knicks fans flood New York streets to celebrate long-awaited NBA title

14 Jun 2026 • 5:22 PM MYT
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Knicks fans flood New York streets to celebrate long-awaited NBA title

Knicks fans took to the streets of New York to celebrate their NBA championship win.

On Saturday (13 June), the Knicks clinched the title after beating the San Antonio Spurs, 94-90, in the fifth game of the best-of-seven series.

Fans erupted with joy after the Knicks won the championship, their first time in over 50 years.

Footage shows fans partying in the streets of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, with some participating in dance-offs and others taking part in a conga line following the team’s win in Texas.