Mayhem mars euphoria as New York City celebrates the Knicks' first championship in 53 years Independent By: Michael R. Sisak and Shelby Lum 14 June 2026 at 07:48 It was bedlam on Broadway as the New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years, with exuberant celebrations marred by mayhem and violence © Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.