Thousands of Knicks fans celebrate big win with joyous New York parade: ‘We family now’

Thousands of New York Knicks fans gathered in downtown Manhattan on Thursday for a ticker-tape parade celebrating the team's NBA Championship. The jubilant crowd, dressed in team colors, lined Church Street and other areas, with some engaging in celebratory drinking and climbing on police vehicles. The parade route extended from Battery Park to City Hall, with viewing areas filling early. Mayor Eric Adams was seen dancing on a float with player Karl-Anthony Towns, while other players and celebrity fans like Spike Lee and Ben Stiller were also present. The event brought together fans from diverse backgrounds, fostering a sense of unity and shared excitement over the team's victory.

New York City is celebrating the Knicks' 2026 NBA championship with a ticker-tape parade, the team's first in 53 years. Thousands of fans filled lower Manhattan's "Canyon of Heroes" to witness the event, which featured players like Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby, as well as notable alumni and celebrities such as Carmelo Anthony and Spike Lee. The parade culminates at City Hall, where players will receive keys to the city. This historic celebration marks the Knicks' first championship parade, as previous titles in the 1970s did not result in similar public festivities. A large police presence and extensive cleanup operation are in place for the event.