The New York Knicks secured a hard-fought victory in Game 1 of the NBA Finals held in San Antonio. The game, noted for its defensive intensity, went down to the wire.

In a bid to bring back the grandeur of the Finals, the league commissioner reintroduced the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy decal at the center of the court in Texas. This move accompanied the resurgence of pageantry that had waned over the past ten years.

Following the highly-viewed conference final between San Antonio and Oklahoma City on NBC, the excitement carried into Wednesday night. The Frost Bank Center was packed with celebrities from cinema, music, and sports.

Timothée Chalamet, the prominent actor known for his role in “Dune,” was a notable figure among Knicks supporters. As a lifelong fan, Chalamet witnessed the team approach their first potential title in over fifty years.

Among San Antonio’s supporters was Tim Duncan, a legendary player who initiated his championship successes by defeating the Knicks in the NBA Finals 27 years ago. He cheered from the sidelines, supporting his team’s effort.

The NBA disclosed a list of notable attendees at Game 1 in San Antonio. These included prominent figures such as Governor Greg Abbott, Bruce Bowen, Paulina Chávez, Patrick Ewing, Manu Ginóbili, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones, and Spike Lee, among others.

Fans can expect to see many of the same recognizable faces, in addition to more stars, at Game 2 on Friday. The series will then move to New York City and Madison Square Garden next week.