Spurs fans chant ‘We want Brunson’ after Game 6 victory, target Knicks guard
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San Antonio — Moments after the Spurs wrapped up a Game 6 win on Friday night, a thunderous chant echoed through the team’s home arena: “We want Brunson.” The crowd’s unified shout was aimed squarely at New York Knicks star guard Jalen Brunson, turning a post-game celebration into a clear message for the Eastern Conference contender.
The Spurs’ triumph gave them a 4–2 edge in the best-of-seven matchup, propelling the franchise deeper into the postseason. As players exchanged handshakes at center court, fans shifted their focus to a potential clash with New York by calling out Brunson’s name in unison.
Brunson, 29, has drawn nationwide attention during the playoffs for his high-scoring performances and late-game heroics. San Antonio supporters, energized by their own team’s momentum, appeared eager for a chance to see how their squad measures up against the Knicks’ floor general.
Videos of the arena-wide chant circulated rapidly on social media platforms within minutes, underscoring the anticipation surrounding a possible Spurs-Knicks showdown. As of late Friday, neither the Spurs organization nor Brunson had publicly addressed the fan-driven challenge.
While the victory kept San Antonio’s postseason run alive, the night’s lasting image may be the fans’ vocal plea for Brunson — a rallying cry that set the stage for what they hope will be an upcoming cross-conference battle.
Source: New York Post
