Pope Leo XIV seems to give NBA Finals-bound Knicks his blessing
Pope Leo XIV appeared to show support for the New York Knicks during a recent public event. A Knicks fan's enthusiastic shout prompted the Pope to give a thumbs-up, which quickly went viral. The Knicks are currently on an 11-game winning streak and are close to winning their first title since 1973.
- ▪Pope Leo XIV gave a thumbs-up to a Knicks fan during a parade at the Vatican.
- ▪The Knicks are on an 11-game winning streak and are four wins away from their first title since 1973.
- ▪The Pope's endorsement has generated excitement among fans and reached former Villanova coach Jay Wright.
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NBA New York Knicks Pope Leo XIV seems to give NBA Finals-bound Knicks his blessing By Ryan Giancola Published May 28, 2026, 4:35 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The Knicks might have received some divine assistance. On Wednesday, the Pope Leo XIV was parading through the crowd at the Vatican when he heard an insistent Knicks fan screaming “Pope Leo, go Knicks!” The Pope, in response, appeared give a thumbs-up. Pope Leo gives a thumbs up to the Knicks!(via robbydlash/IG) pic.twitter.com/VPWbcmSqtz— KnicksMuse (@KnicksMuse) May 28, 2026 Explore More Kalshi promo code NYPMAX: Trade $10, get $10 on Knicks in NBA Finals contracts DraftKings oddsmaker explains why they’re ‘not disrespecting’ Knicks with underdog NBA Finals status The…
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