Unique makeshift watch parties for Knicks unite NYC nabe: ‘This is New York, man’
A unique makeshift watch party for Knicks fans took place outside a Brooklyn pizzeria, where a TV was set up in the back of a Jeep. The gathering was organized by local business owner Dominic Morano after traditional watch parties at Madison Square Garden were canceled due to safety concerns. Community members expressed their excitement and appreciation for the event, highlighting its role in bringing people together during the Knicks' playoff run.
- ▪Dozens of Knicks fans gathered outside Prince Street Pizza to watch their team clinch a spot in the NBA finals.
- ▪Dominic Morano, the owner of the pizzeria, organized the watch parties to foster community spirit after MSG barred its usual gatherings.
- ▪The size of the crowds tripled after a photo of the setup went viral, prompting Morano to upgrade the TV and provide more seating.
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Metro Unique makeshift watch parties for Knicks unite NYC neighborhood: ‘This is New York, man’ By Jennifer Bain and Katherine Donlevy Published May 26, 2026, 1:34 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Everyone wants a pizza the Knicks action. Dozens of fans of New York’s hometown hoops heroes flocked to a unique makeshift watch party featuring a TV in the back of a Jeep outside a Brooklyn za’ joint Monday to see their team clinch a spot in the NBA finals. And they’re ready to do it all over again for the first championship game June 3 — since the NYPD barred Madison Square Garden from holding its usual watch parties outside the famed arena because of safety concerns.
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