Ben Stiller cheered the New York Knicks to a 105-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 3, with the actor and longtime Knicks superfan seated courtside at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
The Knicks rallied from a 14-point second-half deficit, closing the game on an 11-0 run to steal Game 1 on the road. Jalen Brunson led the charge with 30 points, including 13 in the fourth quarter, as New York claimed its 12th straight playoff win.
Stiller, a well-known Knicks fan, was visible on camera throughout the contest, reacting emotionally during crucial moments. He was among a group of celebrities including Spike Lee and Timothée Chalamet who made the trip to Texas to support the team in its first NBA Finals appearance in 27 years.
Ben Stiller cheers Knicks to Game 1 win at NBA Finals in San Antonio
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The Knicks’ comeback capped a dominant playoff run and gave them home-court advantage in the series. Game 2 is scheduled for Friday night on ABC.
Sources
- NBA.com — Final score, Jalen Brunson’s 30 points and fourth-quarter performance, the 11-0 closing run, and the Knicks’ 12th straight playoff win
- USA Today — Ben Stiller and Spike Lee as celebrity Knicks fans at Game 1 in San Antonio
- Yahoo Sports — Knicks’ 105-95 victory, 14-point second-half deficit, and celebrity fan attendance
- Deadline — Ben Stiller reacting during Game 1 at Frost Bank Center
- Dailymotion / MARCA — Ben Stiller erupting in celebration at Celebrity Row during the Knicks’ win
