Timothee Chalamet holds up The Post, throws Oscars shade as he wildly celebrates Knicks championship
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship in 53 years with a 94-90 Game 5 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Actor Timothée Chalamet celebrated on the court, holding up a mock New York Post and declaring his preference for the title over the Oscars. He joined players and notable fans such as Spike Lee and Allan Houston in the post‑game festivities.
- ▪Jalen Brunson scored 45 points to help the Knicks overcome a 16‑point deficit and secure the victory.
- ▪The Knicks defeated the Spurs 94-90 in Game 5, clinching their first championship since 1973.
- ▪Timothée Chalamet celebrated by holding up a New York Post mockup, shouting “Way rather this than the Oscars,” and hugging Knicks figures including Allan Houston and owner James Dolan.
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nba finals Sports Entertainment New York Knicks Timothee Chalamet holds up The Post, throws Oscars shade as he wildly celebrates Knicks championship By Bridget Reilly Published June 14, 2026, 1:04 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Stars, they’re just like us. Maybe not Jalen Brunson in this scenario, who scored 45 points to power the Knicks back from a 16-point deficit to their first NBA championship in 53 years on Saturday night’s 94-90 Game 5 victory in San Antonio. But the lifelong celebrity Knicks fans felt just as elated over the end to the title drought. Timothée Chalamet was the most notable and visible.
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