Knicks victory – New York City rolled out the red-carpet energy on Thursday, June 17, as the Knicks’ 2026 NBA Finals victory sparked a ticker-tape parade up Broadway—featuring Jalen Hurts, Karl-Anthony Towns, OG Anunoby, and performances from Alicia Keys.
New York City didn’t wait for the confetti—on Thursday, June 17, the Knicks’ victory hit Broadway in full celebration mode.
The parade kicked off straight up Broadway. starting near the Bowling Green area. carrying basketball stars including Jalen Hurts. Karl-Anthony Towns. and OG Anunoby. along with the rest of their 2026 NBA Finals team. The scene was packed with Knicks superfans and high-profile faces alike. among them Mariska Hargitay. Ben Stiller. Timothee Chalamet. and Spike Lee.
When the parade reached City Hall Park, the celebration turned musical. Alicia Keys stepped onstage for a performance of her mega-hit “Empire State of Mind,” matching the moment to the city’s heartbeat as thousands lined the route.
This all came after the Knicks captured their first NBA championship in 53 years last weekend. defeating the San Antonio Spurs in five games. With that milestone still fresh. the ticker-tape parade offered the city a chance to put the win on display—star power in the streets. Broadway in motion. and New York’s own anthem echoing from City Hall Park.
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