Knicks fans are on cloud nine after a thrilling moment.
OG Anunoby’s stunning putback shot at the buzzer clinched a last-minute victory for the New York Knicks in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, sending cheers ringing through the skies—quite literally.
Following Wednesday’s remarkable win against the San Antonio Spurs, a viral video surfaced, showing passengers on a plane captivated by the game. The excitement in the cabin hit a peak as the final moments played out.
“This is the moment the Knicks snatched the win,” one excited fan commented while aboard the flight to New York.
Kyle Heiner filmed the scene during a vibrant blue-lit Delta flight from Los Angeles to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Another passenger shared their perspective as a young boy watched in awe, his excitement evident as cheers erupted around him.
It’s interesting how die-hard Knicks supporters found themselves watching the game in the most unexpected places, from funeral homes to planetariums, and surprisingly, all ended up on the same flight.
Delta’s social media team joined in the fun, commenting, “This is a community, here’s another one.”
One user remarked, “People celebrated in the sky. Seriously.”
As the Knicks head closer to what could be a historic win—potentially their first championship in over five decades—there’s a palpable sense of camaraderie. Fans throughout the five boroughs are gathering for watch parties in bars and on the streets, buzzing with excitement.
Another passenger on the same flight noted the variety of activities on people’s screens. They mentioned everyone was engaged in the game except for one lone viewer who opted for “Avatar” instead.
“The whole plane is witnessing history, and one guy is watching ‘Avatar’. His priorities seem off,” someone quipped.
“Seasoned travelers know the drill,” another chimed in. “Watch movies on yours and the games on others’.”
Back on solid ground, tens of millions are also tuning in to witness the nail-biting action. Monday’s game attracted 23.8 million viewers, making it the most-watched Game 3 of the NBA Finals since the iconic 1988 matchup featuring Michael Jordan and the Bulls.
Emotions were high among players as well, with Karl-Anthony Towns and Jose Alverado finding themselves in tears post-game, and Josh Hart giving props to Anunoby for saving him from “a lifetime of regrets” after a missed layup with just under two seconds left on the clock.
This Saturday, the Knicks will face the Spurs in San Antonio for a chance to advance to the Finals.
