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Knicks hold championship parade after first title in 53 years
The New York Knicks celebrated their first NBA championship in 53 years with a parade through lower Manhattan on Thursday. More than one million fans attended the event that ended at City Hall.
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More than one million fans lined the route from Bowling Green to City Hall. Jalen Brunson addressed critics during the celebration at City Hall. "There's a lot of people that have a lot of negative stuff to say," Brunson said. "But when you prove them wrong, you really don't have to say s--- to them. They don't deserve it."
crowd Fans filled subway cars and stood shoulder to shoulder along the route. Some climbed traffic lights and sanitation trucks to view the procession. " even to the Brooklyn Bridge. The mayor presented keys to the city to players, coaches, owners and staff.
Confetti in Knicks blue and orange fell through the air during the event.
fan moments OG Anunoby left his float to greet fans while holding the NBA Cup and a bottle of Patron tequila. Spike Lee rode on a float with Brunson. Carmelo Anthony appeared on a separate float with other alumni. Karl-Anthony Towns held the Eastern Conference championship trophy and a cigar atop a parade bus.
Brunson's mother, Sandra Brunson, wore a shirt displaying photos of her son and husband Rick, who previously played for the Knicks. "The whole city won," Anthony said.
