Actor Timothée Chalamet has gone viral after declaring that the New York Knicks’ historic NBA championship victory means more to him than winning an Oscar, following the team’s long-awaited title win.
The Wonka star, a proud New Yorker, was courtside on Saturday as the Knicks secured their first championship in 53 years with a decisive win over the San Antonio Spurs, sparking massive celebrations across the arena.
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Chalamet, who has long been vocal about his support for the franchise, joined the crowd as emotions peaked following the final buzzer. He was later seen celebrating on the court, embracing Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns in a moment that quickly circulated online.
Speaking to ESPN’s SportsCenter after the game, Chalamet did not hold back his excitement, saying he would “way rather this than the Oscars,” highlighting just how deeply the win resonated with him as a lifelong fan.
The championship game drew a star-studded audience, with celebrities and public figures including Prince Harry spotted among the crowd as the Knicks delivered their long-awaited triumph.
The victory also sparked celebrations beyond the arena. Singer and actress Jennifer Lopez joined fans in expressing joy from home, sharing a video of her emotional reaction as she praised the team’s achievement and the unity it brought to New York City.
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In her message, Lopez congratulated the Knicks for restoring pride and belief across the city, describing the win as a moment that reignited hope for New Yorkers.
The Knicks’ championship marks a defining moment in the franchise’s history, ending a decades-long title drought and triggering celebrations across the basketball world and beyond.
For Chalamet, however, the night carried a personal significance that went beyond Hollywood accolades. His reaction captured the spirit of a fan witnessing a dream come true, as New York finally reclaimed its place at the top of the NBA.