Watch: Best moments from Knicks’ jam-packed championship parade

Originally posted on Ball Exclusives | By James Parker | Last updated Jun 18, 2026 3:03 PM ET

For the first time since 1973, the New York Knicks are celebrating as NBA champions. After over 50 years without one, the Knicks’ championship parade on Thursday was one to remember.

Fans wasted absolutely no time packing the streets of Manhattan to cheer on their team. Despite not beginning until 10 a.m., the NYPD confirmed that the event was at full capacity over two hours early.

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As the festivities approached, fans erupted as players, coaches and celebrities arrived. The roughly two-hour parade provided plenty of memorable moments as New York’s favorite basketball team basked in the glory of a championship.

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HC Mike Brown is FIRED UP ahead of New York's Championship Parade pic.twitter.com/WAfXRxy71V

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Josh Hart with the people

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Clyde's got the keys

Walt Frazier is leading the Canyon of Heroes parade in a 1952 Chrysler Imperial Parade Phaeton pic.twitter.com/ufc2r35XfU

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Mike Brown chanting “Who let the dogs out” with Knicks fans while wearing a ‘10 Weeks’ shirt

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KAT and NYC Mayor Mamdani hit the "lean back" pic.twitter.com/vLBuZgRW1w

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Timothée Chalamet on the float at the Knicks parade

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After two hours of sheer joy and celebration, the parade wrapped up and the Knicks prepared to take the stage for a ceremony at City Hall.

Legendary Knicks commentator Mike Breen led it off by showcasing a tribute video highlighting New York’s red-hot playoff run.

Moments later, the champions themselves took the stage before New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani spoke on the Knicks legends of the last decade that have impacted the franchise.

"This championship belongs to them too, because championships aren't just built in one season."

Zohran Mamdani shouts out former Knicks players and Tom Thibodeau for their contributions towards this Knicks title: pic.twitter.com/Zqrb8dF7vQ

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To wrap up the magical day, he handed Jalen Brunson and each member of the Knicks a key to the city.