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New Rochelle celebrates historic Knicks win

For the first time in 53 years, the New York Knicks clinched the NBA Championship in a 94-90 scoring game.

Katie Nedder

Jun 14, 2026, 11:21 AM

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New Rochelle celebrated the New York Knicks’ championship win over the San Antonio Spurs Saturday evening.

For the first time in 53 years, the Knicks claimed the NBA championship title with a 94–90 victory.

The city hosted an Orange & Blue watch party at Ruby Dee Park following its Downtown Summer Sizzle Concert, where fans gathered to cheer on the team.

New Rochelle police captured the crowd’s reactions to the historic win on video.

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Courtesy: City of New Rochelle

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