SEE IT: Knicks unveil 2025-26 championship banner, rings in pregame celebration

October 20, 2026

The New York Knicks marked a historic milestone ahead of their 2026-27 season opener against the Philadelphia 76ers, officially unveiling championship banners and distributing rings to the team in a pregame celebration at Madison Square Garden. The banners, including one recognizing their 2025 NBA title victory over the San Antonio Spurs, were hoisted in the rafters as players received their glittering rings, with coach Mike Brown calling the moment a tribute to the team’s resilience and the unwavering support of the city’s fans.

Highlights included a heartfelt moment for captain Jalen Brunson, who addressed the crowd after receiving his ring, emphasizing the collective effort behind the franchise’s first championship in 53 years and the hope to replicate the summer’s joy in future seasons. The evening also featured a ring presentation for key figures like Ariel Hukporti, Leon Rose, and Brown, alongside a celebratory video narrated by Ben Stiller, capturing the emotional weight of the occasion.