Madison Square Garden, the home to the New York Knicks, has long spotlighted its coveted Celebrity Row for A-listers to sit courtside and cheer on their team.
For a long time, Knicks fanatics like Spike Lee and Ben Stiller have been staples at the Garden. And while other celebrities like Timothée Chalamet, Jon Hamm and Michael J. Fox have also been seen at Knicks games over the years, with the Knicks making it to the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years as they’re up against the Indiana Pacers, the number of stars has extended to a new level.
Below, The Hollywood Reporter has compiled a list of star-studded attendees who have been seen at the Knicks vs. Pacers playoff games, including some people who have even traveled to Indiana for the away games.
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Spike Lee
Image Credit: Gregory Shamus/Getty Images It wouldn’t be right to not start off by mentioning Spike Lee, the most devoted Knicks fans, who consistently supports the team.
But the Oscar winner had to miss Game 1 in the Eastern Conference finals because he premiered his new film Highest 2 Lowest, starring Denzel Washington, at the Cannes Film Festival. At the press conference, he predicted that the Knicks would emerge triumphant, saying “We’re going to win!”
On May 27, Lee made the trip to Indiana for Game 4. He watched the team win Game 5 at the Garden.
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Timothée Chalamet
Image Credit: Sarah Stier/Getty Images New York City raised actor Timothée Chalamet has attended every game so far in the Eastern Conference finals as well as the games leading up to the playoffs. The Complete Unknown star also traveled to Indiana for Game 3, which the Knicks won.
At Game 2, a video went viral online of Chalamet stepping onto the court to ask the referee for a technical foul on Tyrese Haliburton.
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Ben Stiller
Image Credit: Elsa/Getty Images Ben Stiller, another loyal fan of the Knicks who’s been to numerous games, has also had a seat right next to Chalamet for several playoff games.
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Dave Chappelle
Image Credit: Sarah Stier/Getty Images Stand-up comedian Dave Chappelle sat courtside at Game 1 with Chalamet and Tracy Morgan.
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Martha Stewart
Image Credit: Sarah Stier/Getty Images Martha Stewart was seen courtside at Game 1.
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Bill Murray
Image Credit: Elsa/Getty Images Actor Bill Murray seen at Game 2.
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Tracy Morgan
Image Credit: Sarah Stier/Getty Images Comedian and 30 Rock star Tracy Morgan seen at Game 1.
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Russell Wilson
Image Credit: Elsa/Getty Images New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson was seen at Game 2.
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Ciara
Image Credit: Elsa/Getty Images Ciara was at Game 2 with her husband, Russell Wilson.
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Jerry O’Connell
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores/Penske Media/Getty Images Actor and TV show host Jerry O’Connell sat courtside at Game 2 with his friend and fellow actor Justin Long (below).
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Justin Long
Image Credit: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images Justin Long was also seen on Celebrity Row at Game 2.
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Jon Hamm
Image Credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images Jon Hamm, Your Friends & Neighbors star, was another actor that got involved in the game. In Game 1, OG Anunoby tossed a ball in the second quarter, which Hamm caught.
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Michael J. Fox
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Jelly Roll
Image Credit: Gregory Shamus/Getty Images “Save Me” singer Jelly Roll traveled to Indiana for Game 4 on May 27. He also attended Game 2 at MSG.
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John Mellencamp
Image Credit: Gregory Shamus/Getty Images John Mellencamp was seen at Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals with girlfriend Kristin Kehrberg.
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50 Cent
Image Credit: Derek White/Getty Images 50 Cent went to Indiana to make Game 4 to support the Pacers. “It’s not my fault bro Halliburton went crazy,” he captioned an Instagram post of him with the Pacers player.
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Kylie Jenner
Image Credit: Al Bello/Getty Images Kylie Jenner was courtside with her boyfriend, Chalamet, to see the Knicks win at Game 5 on May 29.
Notably, Jenner was also present at the second round of the NBA playoffs on May 12, where the Knicks beat the Boston Celtics, and many people are now wondering: Could she be a good luck charm?
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Miles Teller
Image Credit: Al Bello/Getty Images Top Gun: Maverick star Miles Teller was courtside Game 5 in the Garden.
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Shaboozey
Image Credit: Al Bello/Getty Images Shaboozey was courtside at Game 5.
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Michael Imperioli
Sopranos star Michael Imperioli was on Celebrity Row at Game 5.
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Gayle King
Image Credit: Courtesy of ColorComm Media Group Gayle King was courtside at Game 5.
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Michael Strahan
Image Credit: Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images Michael Strahan was sitting courtside at Game 5.
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Maude Apatow
Image Credit: Amy Sussman/Getty Images Euphoria actress Maude Apatow was in attendance at Game 5.
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Mariska Hargitay
Image Credit: NBC Long-time Knicks supported, and Law & Order star Mariska Hargitay was courtside to see the Knicks win at Game 5.
After the game, Hargitay and and her biggest fan and Knicks star Jalen Brunson shared a hug.
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Bobby Flay
Image Credit: Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images Bobby Flay was in attendance at Game 5.
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Idina Menzel
Broadway icon Idina Menzel attended Game 5.
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Skylar Astin
Image Credit: Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images Pitch Perfect actor Skylar Astin was at Game 5.
May 28, 8:57 a.m. This story has been updated with people who attended Game 4.
May 30, 10:25 a.m. This story has been updated with people who attended Game 5.
This story was first published on May 27 at 4:11 p.m.
