Celebrities, Former Stars Hail Knicks’ First NBA Championship Since 1973
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The New York Knicks’ latest NBA championship sparked a wave of online celebrations on Sunday, drawing quick praise from entertainer Bad Bunny and retired Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki.
Shortly after the final buzzer of the NBA Finals, Bad Bunny posted an enthusiastic message on social media congratulating New York and sharing a photo of Madison Square Garden draped in blue and orange. Nowitzki followed with a brief note saluting the Knicks for ending the franchise’s title drought that dated back to 1973.
The pair were among the first high-profile figures to react publicly to the victory, joining a flood of posts from current players, former Knicks and celebrities across the entertainment industry.
New York’s championship is the organization’s first in more than five decades, prompting longtime fans to recount memories of the 1973 squad while welcoming a new generation of heroes.
Additional messages poured in from athletes across multiple sports, politicians representing New York and entertainers with ties to the city. Many posts highlighted the perseverance of the current roster and the excitement of bringing another parade to Manhattan.
The Knicks clinched the title on their home floor, setting off an immediate celebration inside Madison Square Garden and in the streets surrounding the arena.
Source: ESPN
