The New York Knicks secured their first NBA championship in 53 years on Saturday, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94, 90 in game five of the NBA Finals. The victory ended a championship drought dating back to 1973. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 45 points and was named Finals Most Valuable Player. The team won the best-of-seven series 4-1, overcoming a 29-point deficit in game four to secure the title. While the game took place in Texas, fans gathered in large numbers across New York City to celebrate. The atmosphere was described by some witnesses as being similar to New Year’s Eve. However, celebrations turned violent in Midtown Manhattan as crowds spilled out of bars and viewing parties, clashing with officers. The NYPD reported that crowds became “increasingly destructive,” involving brawls, the lighting of fireworks, and the throwing of objects like street cones and bottles at police. During the unrest, a 17-year-old boy was shot in the foot near 42nd Street and Broadway at approximately 02:00 EDT. The victim was transported to a hospital in an NYPD vehicle because crowds prevented an ambulance from accessing 43rd Street. Preliminary reports indicated there were no fatalities. Police recovered a firearm from the scene and took three people of interest into custody. The NYPD reported that five yellow school buses, which had been used to shuttle World Cup fans following a match between Brazil and Morocco, were set alight or destroyed by people jumping on them and using bats. Police cars were also damaged, with some officers injured during the overnight disorder. A total of 63 people were arrested on various charges, including assault on a police officer and criminal mischief. Official celebrations are scheduled for Thursday, featuring a parade and a ceremony at city hall.