Danhausen, a WWE star, earned praise from wrestling enthusiasts and New York Knicks fans for allegedly helping the Knicks break their title curse. The team captured the NBA championship with his mysterious influence.

Initially indifferent, Knicks’ key player Jalen Brunson downplayed the off-court voodoo when Danhausen first removed the curse. However, Brunson acknowledged that he and the Knicks’ training staff referred to Roman Reigns before each game.

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson warms up before game five of the NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, on June 13, 2026. (Scott Wachter/Imagn Images)

Brunson, integral to the Knicks’ first championship victory in 53 years, shared his thoughts on Danhausen’s antics on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. “Initially, I had my doubts, but now it’s undeniable,” Brunson stated.

Leading to the NBA Finals, Danhausen’s influence was notable when he “cursed” the Cleveland Cavaliers, which resulted in the Knicks’ advancement.

Danhausen talks to the media before Game Three of the 2026 NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden in New York, N.Y., on June 8, 2026. (Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE)

Reacting to Brunson’s acknowledgment, Danhausen expressed gratitude on social media. “DANHAUSEN KNEW THEY BELIEVED,” he posted. “Thank you @jalenbrunson1 @KarlTowns and @FallonTonight for confirming Danhausen’s cursing and uncursing powers.”

Brunson was the standout performer in the NBA Finals, averaging 32.6 points per game and scoring 45 points in the decisive game. This earned him the NBA Finals MVP title.

Danhausen made his WWE debut during the Elimination Chamber event at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, on Feb. 28, 2026. (Craig Melvin/WWE)

Having already appeared on WWE shows, there might be further collaborations between Brunson and WWE in times to come.