Knicks Guard Jose Alvarado Collides with Former NYC Mayor Mike Bloomberg During NBA Finals Game 3 at Madison Square Garden
During Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Knicks guard Jose Alvarado's intense hustle led to an unexpected collision with former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg at Madison Square Garden. Alvarado dove into the first row while chasing a loose ball in the fourth quarter, causing a momentary scare for the 84-year-old Bloomberg. Despite the collision, Alvarado quickly checked on Bloomberg's well-being, ensuring he was okay. The incident occurred during the Knicks' first home NBA Finals game in over two decades, attracting a star-studded crowd that included Larry David, Ben Stiller, President Trump, and current NYC officials like Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Bloomberg, who served as mayor from 2002 to 2013, remained in his seat after the collision. The Knicks ultimately lost the game to the San Antonio Spurs with a score of 115-111, bringing the playoff series to a 2-1 lead in favor of the Knicks.