[Saba Sports News] According to US media reports, following the New York Knicks’ comeback victory in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, large crowds of fans gathered outside the security perimeter of Madison Square Garden and started causing disturbances, leading to a total of 56 arrests. A video circulating on social media showed that when the San Antonio Spurs returned to their hotel after suffering a dramatic defeat, they were surrounded by a group of Knicks fans. While most fans only hurled verbal taunts, footage captured several individuals throwing objects including eggs at the Spurs players. Victor Wembanyama was struck by an egg. He momentarily attempted to confront the fans but was quickly pulled into the hotel by his entourage. Police stated that those arrested were taken into custody across multiple stretches from Fifth Avenue to Eighth Avenue. Charges filed against them included assaulting police officers, illegal possession of weapons, and criminal mischief. An additional 41 people were released after receiving criminal summonses. Ten police officers were injured in the incident, with one sustaining a head wound from a glass bottle.
The editor believes that this marks the second consecutive game at the Knicks’ home arena to see serious unrest after the match. Following the Spurs’ victory in Game 3, multiple videos documented Spurs fans being assaulted on the streets. A watch party held at Bryant Park descended into chaos, resulting in a total of 21 arrests.