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

Thousands of New York Knicks fans celebrated the team's NBA Championship with a ticker-tape parade in downtown New York City on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Fans, many wearing blue and orange, lined Church Street to honor the championship win. The atmosphere was festive, with some fans consuming alcohol and climbing atop police cruisers for photos, observed by New York City police officers. The parade marked a significant moment for the team and its supporters, fostering a sense of community among attendees.