Knicks Fans Have a New Rally Cry, Courtesy of Ben Stiller
Ben Stiller isn’t just one of New York’s most iconic comedy exports—he’s also a diehard Knicks fan. And now he’s gone all-in on the playoffs with a bold, three-word prediction that is reverberating across the NBA fandom: “KNICKS IN 5.”
The actor, director, and lifelong Knicks supporter took to X (formerly Twitter) this weekend to declare his official prediction, and let’s just say, it didn’t go unnoticed. Stiller’s tweet has already racked up several thousands of likes and hundreds of retweets as fellow fans rush to embrace the optimism, and skeptics roll their eyes at the curse of premature confidence.
My feeling, after some thought, is clearly:
— Ben Stiller (@BenStiller) May 10, 2025
KNICKS IN 5
Despite a big loss in game 3 after winning the first two in close matches, this time, Stiller might not be that far off. The Knicks have managed to shut down opponents when it counts with rugged defense and surging offensively behind Jalen Brunson’s leadership. The team’s energy at Madison Square Garden has been palpable, despite trailing early in several games.
"That’s the spirit one embarrassing loss, a national meltdown, and still walking tall like it was part of the script. Celtics got their one. Back to business. Knicks in 5, no edits," one fan replied.
Another wrote, "They need to stop letting themselves be down by 25. Not every game needs to be a comeback!"
"Knicks in 5 LETS GOOOO," a fan agreed.
“Knicks in 5” isn’t just a prediction—it’s a mindset. A belief that this team, finally, knows how to finish. It’s the kind of rallying cry New Yorkers live for: scrappy, confident, and maybe just a little unhinged. And when someone like Stiller, who’s seen more Knicks pain than playoff joy, puts his name behind it, fans pay attention.
Of course, anything can happen in the playoffs. But for now, Stiller believes the Knicks are surging, and the vibes in New York are as high as they’ve been in years.
And if they actually do close it out in five? You can bet Ben Stiller will have earned some honorary front-row seats.