The New York Knicks provided their fans with something to cheer about after taking Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals from the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, April 3.
The Knicks beat the Spurs 105-95 and extended their postseason win streak to 12 consecutive games. It’s a franchise record.
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The first two games of the series will take place in San Antonio, but that didn’t stop Knicks fans from having a watch party, taking in the game at Madison Square Garden.
Knicks star Jalen Brunson scored 19 of his 30 points in the second half and helped the Knicks outscore the Spurs 11-0 in the final 2:15 of the game.
With the Knicks taking the 1-0 lead in the series, New York is now three wins away from securing its first NBA championship in 53 years.
Here’s how fans celebrated the victory on Wednesday:
Knicks fans crowd New York streets after Game 1
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Knicks fans ignite New York City after Game 1 Finals win