Summary
Bloomberg's Annmarie Hordern recounts her experience attending the New York Knicks' NBA championship-clinching Game 5 in San Antonio, describing the crowd energy, the team's comeback, and the emotional reactions of long-suffering fans after a 53-year drought.
- Hordern made a game-time decision to drive from Houston to San Antonio for Game 5.
- She estimated 50-75% of the arena were Knicks fans, calling San Antonio the 'sixth borough' Saturday night.
- The Knicks trailed early but rallied behind Jalen Brunson, who scored 45 points and won Finals MVP.
- The moment of victory brought visible tears from New Yorkers, including a transplanted fan who called it bittersweet.
- Hosts noted the Knicks' first championship since 1973 and the third in franchise history.
- In-studio guests Rebecca Patterson and Annmarie Hordern were dressed in Knicks orange and championship-themed outfits.