Teen shot and buses torched in Manhattan after historic NBA win for Knicks
At least 63 people were arrested in the disorder after the Knicks beat the Spurs to clinch the title.
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"We need to tell everybody in New York that we know that they're celebrating, we want them to have a great time. Please be safe. Don't get hurt, don't hurt anybody."
— James Dolan , Executive
"We need to tell everybody in New York that we know that they're celebrating, we want them to have a great time. Please be safe. Don't get hurt, don't hurt anybody."
— James Dolan , Executive
"They are expressing their happiness, a little bit violently, but it is what it is."
— Youssef Sabbr , Other
"The Knicks will be honored at City Hall and receive Keys to the City."
— Zohran Mamdani , Politician
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At least 63 people were arrested in the disorder after the Knicks beat the Spurs to clinch the title.
Celebrations in New York City following the Knicks' NBA championship victory turned violent, resulting in a shooting and the destruction of school buses.
Celebrations in Midtown Manhattan following the Knicks' NBA Finals victory led to a World Cup bus being set on fire and a teenager being shot.
Post-game celebrations in New York City turned violent, resulting in a World Cup bus being set on fire and a teenager being shot in Times Square.
Celebrations in New York City following the Knicks' NBA championship victory turned violent, resulting in a shooting and the destruction of school buses.
Post-game celebrations in New York City led to multiple incidents, including a shooting, bus fires, and numerous arrests.
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