Updated
Updated · Bleacher Report · Jun 14
Knicks Clinch 2026 NBA Title 94-90, Sparking Ben Stiller and Chalamet Celebrations
Updated
Updated · Bleacher Report · Jun 14

Knicks Clinch 2026 NBA Title 94-90, Sparking Ben Stiller and Chalamet Celebrations

3 articles · Updated · Bleacher Report · Jun 14

Summary

  • New York sealed the 2026 NBA Finals with a 94-90 win over San Antonio on Saturday, giving Jalen Brunson and the Knicks a championship-clinching finish.
  • Ben Stiller and Timothee Chalamet, long-time Knicks fans, quickly became part of the postgame scene as viral videos showed them celebrating with the team.
  • Stiller ended up with coach Mike Brown's whiteboard and held the trophy, while Chalamet celebrated in the locker room and later on the Knicks' jet.
  • Stiller said he has documented the entire title run on his phone and told ESPN that "there is a project in the works," pointing to more behind-the-scenes footage to come.

Insights

What will Ben Stiller's documentary reveal about the Knicks' historic, curse-breaking championship run?
After a 53-year wait, can the Knicks' unique championship core overcome free agency to repeat as champions?
How will the Spurs use their 21 draft picks to build a champion around Victor Wembanyama?