After defeating the San Antonio Spurs to win the NBA Cup Tuesday night in Las Vegas, Jalen Brunson and the Knicks opted not to hang a banner at the Garden. Instead, the team will recognize the achievement before Friday’s home game with the Philadelphia 76ers.

The New York Knicks ended a nearly half century drought with a title, and even though some critics will downplay their achievement with the 2025 NBA Cup championship the fanbase was still very excited.

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The moment unfolded during the Knicks’ on-court celebration after winning the NBA Cup on Tuesday, when Hart, standing behind Brunson, playfully poked him as cameras rolled. Brunson jumped in surprise at the touch, turning his body fully to face Hart, who went about celebrating as if nothing ever happened.