NBA champion Knicks return home to heroes’ welcome after historic Finals win

They’re home!

The world champion New York Knicks were greeted by jubilant fans as they arrived at Westchester County Airport Sunday morning, just hours after snatching their first NBA title in 53 years.

Knicks star Jordan Clarkson was greeted to raucous cheers at the team arrived back from their historic win. X/@notmoosenba

New York Knicks coach Mike Brown greets fans as they return home from victory. X/@notmoosenba

The Knicks clinched the title in Game 5 Saturday in San Antonio.

Dozens of fans draped in Knicks gear and holding up banners and signs lined up outside the suburban airfield for a parade of players’ cars and SUVs to welcome the hoop heroes home – with guard Jordan Clarkson seen high-fiving fans from one vehicle’s window.

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Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns and legend Patrick Ewing waved to fans from other SUVs, as the crowd chanted, “Let’s go Knicks!”

It’s just the beginning, with celebrations throughout the New York Metropolitan Area and a heroes’ parade planned for Manhattan on Thursday.

Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns arriving In New York with the trophy. Instagram/@showcase718

A beaming Mike Brown getting off the team’s plane in Westchester. Instagram/@showcase718

Sochan taking a selfie with Jordan Clarkson in his car. Instagram/@jeremysochan

A throng of Knicks fans greeting Jordan Clarkson and the rest of the team. X/@notmoosenba

The hometown hoopsters stunned the San Antonio Spurs with a 94-90 victory on their home court, taking the NBA Finals 4-1.


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Publish date : 2026-06-14 16:09:00

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