The Knicks are in the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in 25 years, and it has New York City buzzing.
After the Knicks defeated the Celtics in six games, Knicks fans around the city took to the streets to commemorate the moment. From celebrity fans to everyday New Yorkers, Knicks fans have been waiting a long time to get this far in the playoffs.
As a result, the team of 15 players has entered a special place in the hearts of New Yorkers. Even though the Knicks are only halfway to an NBA title, New York City felt the need to support the Knicks players during this postseason run.
Ahead of the conference finals vs. the Pacers, New York City is honoring its team in a unique way involving the iconic Manhattan grid. Here’s how the city is honoring its basketball team in its own, very New York way.
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Knicks street names, explained
New York City mayor Eric Adams announced on Wednesday that each Knicks player is getting a street and avenue intersection named after him that corresponds with his jersey number.
“The Knicks embody the spirit of New York — resilient, passionate, and unstoppable,” Adams said in a statement. “On the path to a championship, we recognize the hard work and determination that has gotten this team to the Eastern Conference Finals and we’re celebrating this team by temporarily co-naming our city streets so all New Yorkers can celebrate their Knicks pride. Nearly 8.5 million New Yorkers, and millions more, are behind the New York Knicks as they continue this incredible journey.”
That means that all 15 Knicks players currently have a street named after them on the west side of Manhattan. The signs will remain up as long as the Knicks are alive in the playoffs.
Here’s a look at where each Knick’s street sign is located:
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Jalen Brunson
“Jalen Brunson Boulevard”- 7th Avenue and West 11th Street
11th street and 7th avenue in Manhattan has been renamed “Jalen Brunson Boulevard” 🔥
(📸 @NykTerry) pic.twitter.com/YZQIf7lWDP
— The Strickland (@TheStrickland) May 21, 2025
Karl-Anthony Towns
“Karl-Anthony Towns Square” – 7th Avenue and West 32nd Street
I tried to give @sportswatch directions to the Garden today but he sent me this renamed route. pic.twitter.com/Tuw2rdKt19
— Steve Popper (@StevePopper) May 21, 2025
OG Anunoby
“OG Anunoby Alley” – 6th Avenue and West 8th Street
Knicks got the city renaming streets 🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/ebjHNp0htk
— Whistle (@WhistleSports) May 21, 2025
Mikal Bridges
“Mikal Bridges Block” – 7th Avenue and West 25th Street
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Josh Hart
“Josh Hart Street” – 6th Avenue and West 3rd Street
Mitchell Robinson
“Mitchell Robinson Road” – 7th Avenue and West 25th Street
Deuce McBride
“Miles McBride Street” – 6th Avenue and Minetta Lane (McBride is No. 2)
Cam Payne
“Cam Payne Place” – 6th Avenue and Bleecker Street (Payne is No. 1)
Delon Wright
“Delon Wright Circle” – 6th Avenue and West Houston Street (Wright wears No. 0)
Every Knicks player got a street in Manhattan named after them omg 😭 pic.twitter.com/iH3iQN7XK4
— The Strickland (@TheStrickland) May 21, 2025
Precious Achiuwa
“Precious Achiuwa Place” – 6th Avenue and West Washington Place (Achiuwa wears No. 5)
Landry Shamet
“Landry Shamet Circle” – 7th Avenue and West 44th Street
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P.J. Tucker
“P.J. Tucker Terrace” – 7th Avenue and West 17th Street
Pacome Dadiet
“Pacome Dadiet Drive” – 6th Avenue and West 4th Street
Ariel Hukporti
“Ariel Hukporti Street” – 7th Avenue and West 55th Street
Tyler Kolek
“Tyler Kolek Lane” – 7th Avenue and West 13th Street
