WWE’s Danhausen Un-Cursed the Knicks — Now They’re in the NBA Finals
The New York Knicks have made it to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, aided by the comedic WWE wrestler Danhausen. After initially cursing the team, Danhausen lifted the curse in a Cameo video, coinciding with the Knicks' impressive playoff run. They have achieved ten consecutive victories, including two playoff sweeps, as they prepare to face the Oklahoma City Thunder for the championship.
- ▪The Knicks are in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999.
- ▪Danhausen initially cursed the Knicks but later lifted the curse in a Cameo video.
- ▪The Knicks have won ten straight playoff games, including two sweeps.
- ▪They will face the Oklahoma City Thunder, who are defending champions.
- ▪Danhausen is known for his comedic persona in WWE, which has resonated with fans.
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The New York Knicks and Danhausen Gregory Shamus/Getty Images; Ethan Miller/Getty Images Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment The Oklahoma City Thunder are one win away from the opportunity to defend their NBA Championship against the New York Knicks. It will be a tall order for the incumbent to hang onto the Larry O’Brien trophy, and not just because they first must defeat the tallest player in the National Basketball Association, 7’4″ San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama, one final time (out of potentially two remaining games).
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