American NBA team chasing a long drought-ending title
US Vice President has said the United States will pursue its own interests when those with Israel diverge, while calling Netanyahu a strong partner. The discussion follows recent tensions over Iran, Israel, and potential nuclear talks. Trump has escalated rhetoric and threatened actions if negotiations fail.
Transportation costs and limited options for World Cup fans heading to MetLife Stadium have sparked controversy. Officials have unveiled contingency plans, including backup ferries and shuttles, as crowds worry about crowds, delays, and high fares amid events in New Jersey and New York.
The Knicks have reached the NBA Finals after a 105-95 win over the Spurs, driving a citywide surge in premium Knicks merchandise and vintage gear as celebrities and executives attend the games.
President Donald Trump has attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, triggering heavy Secret Service security, street closures, a no-bag policy and the cancellation of an outdoor watch party. The Knicks are 2-0 in the series and ticket resale prices have surged into the thousands, locking many fans out of the arena.
The Knicks have clinched their first NBA title since 1973. Jalen Brunson has powered the team with 45 points as fans celebrate in New York, with a parade and City Hall ceremony planned. Security around MSG has intensified amid presidential attendance and large crowds.
The Knicks trail 2-1 in the NBA Finals as San Antonio holds a 115-111 edge after Game 3, with Victor Wembanyama delivering a standout performance for the Spurs and Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby powering the Knicks in a tense, near-miss at Madison Square Garden.
The United States has carried out strikes on Iranian targets after a U.S. Army AH-64 Apache has gone down near the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump has said Iran shot the helicopter; U.S. officials and CENTCOM are investigating. Iran has responded with missile and drone attacks on U.S. bases across the Gulf and has reported civilian infrastructure damage.
Police confront massed crowds outside Madison Square Garden after a Knicks-Spurs game, with hundreds of officers deployed. The night features brawls in Bryant Park, property damage, and high-profile attendance including President Trump, Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama, and celebrities.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino defends record ticket prices and discusses Iran’s participation amid a ticketing controversy and visa issues surrounding a Somali referee. He says FIFA is relaxed about investigations and highlights the tournament’s scale and development work.
New York City officials have cancelled an outdoor Knicks watch party near Madison Square Garden amid crowd-control measures for Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Mayor Mamdani blames the team owner and security concerns, while MSG disputes the rationale, saying only a scaled-down, ticketed event was approved. Fans reacted with celebrations and complaints from nearby businesses as security remains a flashpoint.
U.S. Magistrate Judge Henry J. Ricardo has exonerated Lander after a one-day trial, concluding prosecutors failed to prove obstruction of an elevator during a September 2025 protest in lower Manhattan. Lander has challenged Dan Goldman in the Democratic primary.
Video shows an egg being thrown at Victor Wembanyama outside a New York hotel as he returns after San Antonio’s Game 4 loss to New York. He confronts a taunter; 56 people are in police custody for charges including assault and disorderly conduct amid celebrations in the city.
The Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals have surged in viewership, with Game 4 drawing 20.9 million viewers—the most for a Finals Game 4 since 1998. Through four games, the series averages 19.6 million, up 116% from last year, driven by New York’s market, Victor Wembanyama, and dramatic finishes. The Knicks can clinch the title in San Antonio.
The New York Knicks have won the NBA Finals, ending a 53-year wait with a 94-90 victory over the Spurs. Julius Towns and Jalen Brunson emerge as co-stars, delivering in the playoffs as New York secures its first title since 1973. The moment is a culmination of a tumultuous road this season, including trade chatter and adjustments under coach Mike Brown.
New York City endures transportation chaos around Penn Station and Madison Square Garden as World Cup activities collide with Knicks finals and a concert. Mayor Mamdani has declared Gridlock Alert days, with restricted truck deliveries and strict transit routes for ticketholders.
New York officials announce a ticker-tape parade for the Knicks along the Canyon of Heroes, with blue-and-orange illuminations and a route from Battery Park to City Hall. Mayor Mamdani confirms participation by players and signals broader citywide celebrations following the Knicks’ first title since 1973.