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This Is What Joy Looks Like for Knicks Fans

A thrilling, historic comeback victory in Game 4 of the N.BA. finals sent Madison Square Garden, and the rest of New York City, into a lasting frenzy.

© Shuran Huang for The New York Times

A celebration at Wayne and Sons in Brooklyn as the Knicks roared back from a 29-point deficit to win Game 4 of the N.B.A. finals at Madison Square Garden.
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The Knicks’ Game 4 Comeback Was Epic. So Was Their Fans’ Response.

The crowd at Madison Square Garden was forlorn as the New York Knicks fell far behind in Game 4 of the N.B.A. finals. After they won, it was electric.

© José A. Alvarado Jr. for The New York Times

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Knicks Watch Party Outside Madison Square Garden Is Canceled

Hours before Wednesday’s game began, James Dolan, the owner of the Knicks, and Mayor Zohran Mamdani were publicly battling over who was to blame for the cancellation.

© Vincent Alban for The New York Times

The Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs in the N.B.A. finals. Fan celebrations outside Madison Square Garden have at times been rowdy or violent.
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Strict Security Around MSG Is Back for Knicks Game 4

Several blocks around Madison Square Garden will be closed to most people Wednesday afternoon. The city approved a ticketed watch party, though it was unclear whether it would take place.

© Vincent Alban for The New York Times

The Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs in the N.B.A. finals. Fan celebrations outside Madison Square Garden have at times been rowdy or violent.
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Trump Visit Closes Blocks Around MSG: What to Know About Security at the Knicks Game

With President Trump and Mayor Zohran Mamdani set to attend Monday night’s Knicks game at Madison Square Garden, there will be strict security in Midtown Manhattan.

© Vincent Alban for The New York Times

There will be airport-style security at checkpoints in the blocks surrounding Madison Square Garden on Monday night.
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While New York Celebrates the Knicks’ Finals Appearance, Some Residents Shrug

Not everyone in the city is being swept up in the team’s championship drive. Some are just trying to see a Broadway show, or spin some yarn.

© DeSean McClinton-Holland for The New York Times

It might not seem like it, given all the jerseys one sees on the street these days. But it is a provable fact that not every New Yorker is all in on the Knicks.
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