Ciara Russell Wilson Timothee Chalamet sat courtside at the Knicks playoffs.
Timothée Chalamet, Ciara, Russell Wilson, and More Attend Star-Studded Knicks vs. Pacers Playoff Game at MSG
By Madison E. Goldberg | Published May 24, 2025, 01:10 AM EDT
The New York Knicks’ electrifying playoff matchup against the Indiana Pacers on Friday night, May 23, drew a galaxy of stars to Madison Square Garden, turning the Eastern Conference Finals into a full-fledged celebrity spectacle.
Among the A-listers seated courtside were Academy Award nominee Timothée Chalamet, Grammy winner Ciara, NFL quarterback Russell Wilson, comedian Tracy Morgan, and actor Ben Stiller—each bringing their own dose of flair to the high-stakes showdown.
Ciara, 39, stunned in a head-turning denim look complete with oversized sunglasses and knee-high cognac suede tie-up boots. Accompanying her was husband Russell Wilson, 36, who mirrored her vibe with a denim jacket layered over an all-black ensemble and matching shades.
Meanwhile, Chalamet—no stranger to Knicks games this postseason—made another solo appearance, this time clad in bold orange cargo pants, brown Converse sneakers, and a Knicks tee-and-cap combo, reinforcing his die-hard hometown allegiance. The A Complete Unknown star had previously been spotted courtside alongside girlfriend Kylie Jenner at the May 13 Knicks-Celtics matchup.
Seated nearby, Zoolander star Ben Stiller kept it low-key with a jacket subtly sporting the Knicks logo, while Tracy Morgan embraced full fandom in a classic blue Knicks jersey, white tee, shorts, and a team-branded bucket hat.
Also spotted in the crowd were Questlove and former NFL tackle Nate Solder, adding to the star power of the night.
Despite the celebrity support, the Knicks fell short, with the Pacers clinching a 114-109 win in a tightly contested battle that kept the crowd on edge until the final buzzer.
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