Jets Players Cite Knicks NBA Finals Run as Motivation
New York Jets players and coaches said they are following the Knicks' playoff run and hope to generate similar fan support. Wide receiver Garrett Wilson and coach Aaron Glenn commented after practice on May 28.
nypost.comNew York Jets players said they are following the Knicks' first NBA Finals appearance since 1999 and hope to create comparable fan enthusiasm. Wide receiver Garrett Wilson spoke after practice on May 28 in Florham Park, New Jersey. He said the citywide support for the Knicks shows what Jets fans want to experience.
"Seeing the people, the way they get behind their team, I know Jet fans are frothing out the mouth to cheer like that, and we want to give it to them," Wilson said. Wilson added that the Knicks' success offers a preview of what could happen for the Jets.
He referenced the phrase "Ya gotta believe," originally used by the 1973 Mets.
Jets coach Aaron Glenn also commented on the Knicks.
He described them as a gritty team and pointed to Jalen Brunson's leadership. Glenn said he is pulling for the Knicks because they play hard. He was wearing a T-shirt with the word "Grit" during the remarks. Wilson said he plans to watch the Finals on television rather than attend games in person. The Jets are listed at +10000 odds to win the AFC, according to DraftKings.
Key Facts
Potential Impact
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Jets players may increase public support for the Knicks during the Finals.
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Media coverage may link Jets offseason outlook to Knicks performance.
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