Knicks fans climb on police cars, sanitation trucks as countless others unable to get into jam-packed parade

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New York Knicksfans made sure they got the most out of their 53-year wait — at least, those who were able to get inside the parade.

Millions gathered inNew York’s Canyon of Heroes, as many fans were turned away well before the parade started due to crowds.

But those who got in had quite a grand old time — while others certainly pushed the boundaries.

Thousands of fans crowd near Wall Street in lower Manhattan for New York Knicks championship parade.

Thousands of fans gather near Wall Street in lower Manhattan for the New York Knicks championship ticker tape parade and victory rally celebrating their 2026 NBA Finals win in New York City on June 18, 2026.The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win their first NBA championship in 53 years.(Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

Before the Knicks took part in the parade, several fans were seenclimbing on top of policecars, while others gathered on top of a sanitation truck and building awnings.

Subway stations were packed near sunrise, including some in which hopeful attendees wereunable to even exit.Roads and entry points to the parade were closed, leaving countless people out of the parade route.

In total, 72 vehicles were driven up Broadway to celebrate the team’sfirst title since 1973, and 10,000 officers were deployed.

New York Knicks fans gathering ahead of championship ticker tape parade in New York City

New York Knicks fans gather ahead of the championship ticker tape parade and victory rally celebrating the Knicks’ 2026 NBA Finals win in New York City on June 18, 2026.The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win their first NBA championship in 53 years.(Kevin Mazur/Getty Images)

NYPD DEPLOYING 10,000 OFFICERS FOR HISTORIC KNICKS CHAMPIONSHIP PARADE

The Knicks won each of the first two games in San Antonio before losing Game 3 and then completing the largest comeback in NBA Finals history in Game 4, battling back from down 29 points.

Game 5 took place in San Antonio, where the Knicks, once again,overcame a double-digit deficit— twice.

Numerouswatch parties took place throughoutthe playoff run that resulted in arrests, resulting in the parties being temporarily canceled.

Thousands of fans lining Broadway in lower Manhattan for New York Knicks championship parade

Thousands of fans line Broadway in lower Manhattan for the New York Knicks championship ticker tape parade and victory rally celebrating their 2026 NBA Finals win in New York City on June 18, 2026.The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win their first NBA championship in 53 years.(Adam Gray/Getty Images)

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Owner James Dolan announced on Wednesday that his team will visit PresidentDonald Trumpat the White House — no NBA championship team has done so in either of his terms.

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