Knicks Celebrities Rally in San Antonio for NBA Finals Game 1
Knicks’ celebrities led by Ben Stiller, Timothée Chalamet invade San Antonio for Game 1 of NBA Finals

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A star-studded lineup including Ben Stiller, Timothée Chalamet, and Tracy Morgan attended Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals in San Antonio, where the Knicks faced the Spurs. The Knicks entered as underdogs after a strong playoff run, and fans celebrated back in New York during the game.
- 01The Knicks' celebrity supporters included Ben Stiller, Timothée Chalamet, and Tracy Morgan at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
- 02New York's Knicks entered Game 1 as road underdogs after winning 11 consecutive games in the playoffs.
- 03Fans in New York organized a watch party outside Madison Square Garden, celebrating the Knicks' finals appearance.
- 04Jerry O’Connell expressed his excitement while attending the game in a Knicks polo shirt.
- 05Game 2 of the NBA Finals is scheduled for Friday in San Antonio, followed by Game 3 in New York.
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The 2026 NBA Finals kicked off with Game 1 in San Antonio, where the New York Knicks faced the San Antonio Spurs. The Knicks' celebrity supporters, including actors Ben Stiller and Timothée Chalamet, as well as comedian Tracy Morgan, were in attendance at Frost Bank Center. The Knicks entered the game as underdogs, having recently swept the Philadelphia 76ers and Cleveland Cavaliers in the playoffs, marking an impressive 11-game winning streak. Jerry O’Connell, present in a Knicks polo, shared his enthusiasm for the team. Back in New York, fans gathered outside Madison Square Garden for a watch party, celebrating the team's finals appearance after the NYPD lifted a ban on outdoor gatherings. The MTA even painted the subway stop at Madison Square Garden in Knicks colors, with Morgan contributing by voicing announcements in honor of the team's success. The excitement continues as Game 2 is set for Friday in San Antonio, before the series shifts to New York for Game 3.
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The Knicks' playoff success has energized fans in New York, leading to organized gatherings and celebrations.
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