Knicks fans react to 2-0 NBA Finals lead: Celebratory mobs form in streets following win over Spurs

The Knicks are two wins away from their first NBA championship in more than 50 years. Their fans are already soaking up the prospect of a title win.

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New York survived a late Spurs onslaught in Game 2 to secure a 105-104 win. Karl-Anthony Towns shined in the fixture, producing a game-high 21 points and 13 rebounds as he staked his claim as Finals MVP frontrunner.

Knicks fans responded to Towns’ glistening display — and New York’s wondrous result — in the only way they know how: they jumped around. From the Big Apple to Texas, New Yorkers embraced the prospect of a potential Knicks crown. Suffice to say, it got the basketball world talking.

Here’s what you need to know about New York fans’ reaction to the Knicks going up 2-0 in the Finals.

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Knicks fans react to going up 2-0 on in NBA Finals

Knicks fans danced the night away following New York’s Game 2 win, hitting up all the lively spots to celebrate their conquest. From Sutphin Boulevard and Archer Avenue to Madison Square Garden, Knicks supporters let their presence be known across the city.

🚨 Live from NYC!!

Knicks fans are forming a mob in celebration of their victory against The Spurs! pic.twitter.com/i4Fh9RTKfx

— Jackson Heaberlin (@JacksonHeab) June 6, 2026

Predictably, New York enthusiasts made their pilgrimage to Madison Square Garden, embracing the famed colosseum as the Knicks locked horns with Wembanyama and the Spurs.

The scene back at Madison Square Garden as the Knicks take the lead heading into halftime 🗣️

🎥 @charlottecrrll pic.twitter.com/uAiOh0zTea

— The Athletic (@TheAthletic) June 6, 2026

When Wembanyama’s effort clanked as the final buzzer sounded, New York acolytes flooded the streets, scaling flag poles and wielding belts in a show of joyful debauchery.

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They’re already climbing poles and getting the belts out outside MSG. pic.twitter.com/yLQeRCIFzw

— New York Post Sports (@nypostsports) June 6, 2026

This is what it looks like outside of MSG right now. pic.twitter.com/xbIHAoo0TI

— AMANI (@AmaniUniverse) June 6, 2026

A familiar hymn fell upon the Knicks faithful as their orange-and-blue outfits billowed in the summer wind: «Faneto» by Chief Keef.

Tylil is currently outside of MSG and Knick fans are all singing “FANETO” by Chief Keef 😭😭🔥🔥pic.twitter.com/5wVe9lvTSY

— Deluxe (@yourboydeluxe) June 6, 2026

Those sounds rang from New York to San Antonio. New Yorkers watched on in bars and clubs across the Alamo, further fueling their reputation as the NBA’s grandest travelers.

Knicks fans celebrating in San Antonio: pic.twitter.com/C1cGcaUtRk

— Ian Begley (@IanBegley) June 6, 2026

If you think this is madness, just imagine if New York was able to hoist the Larry O’Brien trophy. After Friday night’s result, that image proves all the more possible.

ASAP Rocky at this outdoor watch party, man of the people! pic.twitter.com/dRPT8g5RG4

— Nick Pappageorge (@pappageorge) June 6, 2026

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Last time Knicks won an NBA title

Knicks fans have relished the proximity to the NBA title they have enjoyed in recent months. It’s not a place they’ve been at much over the past half-century. In fact, the last time the city’s basketball team gripped the Larry O’Brien trophy was in 1973, when it downed the Lakers in five games.

That series was marked by a lot of things: Hall of Famers Walt «Clyde» Frazier, Dave DeBusschere and Bill Bradley shined, imposing their will upon an Los Angeles side teeming with talent. Willis Reed danced across the floor en route to Finals MVP honors as New York lifted its second banner into the rafters in four seasons.

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