The New York Knicks have given their fans a reason to smile, snapping a three-game losing streak with a solid victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. And leading the cheer from the sidelines is none other than superfan Ben Stiller, who remains steadfast in his support for the team.
Stiller, known for his passionate yet realistic view of the Knicks, expressed his unwavering belief in the squad as the regular season winds down. "I’m not turning on the Knicks.
Let’s put some respect on our guys who have gotten us this far," Stiller stated, emphasizing the need to rally behind the team despite any internal challenges. "Been here before.
I’m not turning on Knicks. Let’s put some respect on our guys who have gotten us this far. Whatever internal struggles exist, exist. Now it’s time to ride with our guys to make it happen because we all want the same thing. Been here before. Playoffs haven’t even started. Positive… pic.twitter.com/xzO2VAlkMr
— Ben Stiller (@BenStiller) April 1, 2026
Playoffs haven’t even started. Positive energy."
The Knicks' win in Memphis, achieved without key players like Jalen Brunson and Mitchell Robinson, was a testament to their depth and resilience. OG Anunoby stepped up in a big way, dropping 25 points and grabbing 13 rebounds in a commanding 40-minute performance. Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges also made significant contributions, scoring 20 and 24 points respectively.
As the Knicks prepare to return to Madison Square Garden on April 3 to face the Chicago Bulls, they do so with momentum on their side. Following that, they’ll face the Atlanta Hawks on the road before concluding the season with a three-game home stretch against the Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors, and Charlotte Hornets.
Secured in the playoffs, the Knicks are looking to build on last year's impressive run to the Eastern Conference Finals. Currently sitting in third place in the Eastern Conference, behind the Detroit Pistons and Boston Celtics, the Knicks are poised to make another deep playoff push. With the postseason on the horizon, fans like Stiller are hopeful that this is just the beginning of something special.