Miles McBride Credits Knicks Nation for Strong Support in Enemy Territory

Even in a raucous Frost Bank Center on Wednesday night, cheers of “Let’s Go Knicks!” could be heard as New York secured its Game 1 NBA Finals victory over the San Antonio Spurs.

Knicks fans have traveled well throughout the 2026 postseason, taking over arenas in Philadelphia and Cleveland as they notched back-to-back series sweeps over the 76ers and Cavaliers. Now, New York faithful have made their way to San Antonio for the championship series.

Following the Knicks’ 105-95 victory in Game 1, Miles “Deuce” McBride was asked about the notable presence of New York fans at the Frost Bank Center.

“It’s not even surprising at this point. We know they’re going to be there and gonna be loud, so shoutout Knicks nation,” McBride said.

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McBride took the court for 19 minutes off the bench in Game 1, finishing the contest with six points and four assists. The Knicks were led by superstar point guard Jalen Brunson, who recorded a game-high 30 points - including 13 in the fourth quarter to secure his team’s road victory.

“Once we settled down and locked in as a team, we changed the game,” McBride said, referencing the Knicks’ improved play in the second half.

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Game 2 of the NBA Finals will tipoff at 8:30 p.m. ET from San Antonio on Friday. Then, the series will transition to New York’s Madison Square Garden for Game 3 and Game 4.

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This story was originally published June 4, 2026 at 11:51 AM.