Star-Studded Crowd at the Frost Bank Center
The atmosphere was electric at San Antonio’s Frost Bank Center on Saturday, June 13, as the New York Knicks faced off against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. The high-stakes match drew a diverse array of celebrities, all gathered to witness a defining moment in basketball history.
The Knicks secured a hard-fought 94-90 victory, effectively ending a 53-year championship drought and claiming the prestigious Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy.
Prince Harry’s Solo Appearance
Among the spectators was Prince Harry, who attended the event without the Duchess of Sussex or their children. He was spotted navigating the arena corridors shortly before tip-off and was later seen cheering from the stands. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, the rest of the Royal Family was occupied with the traditional Trooping the Colour ceremony in the United Kingdom.
Hollywood Presence and Fan Reactions
The courtside seats were filled with familiar faces from the entertainment industry:
- Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun: The Euphoria star and her companion were spotted in the crowd, causing quite a stir. Charles Barkley, the Inside the NBA analyst, expressed his surprise at seeing the actress, jokingly remarking, “Everybody’s a New York Knicks fan now.”
- Timothée Chalamet: Dressed in full Knicks gear, the actor was clearly invested in the outcome. Following the final buzzer, Chalamet was seen celebrating on the court. In comments reported by Page Six, the Academy Award nominee shared his excitement: “Way rather this than the Oscars, c’mon baby. Knicks are champions, baby!”
- Ben Stiller: A long-time loyal supporter of the team, the actor and director was also present at the arena to witness the historic win in person.