Danhausen and the WWE-loving Knicks: A beginner's guide to the curse carrying New York to the precipice of the NBA Finals
This article explores the unusual intersection of WWE entertainment and the New York Knicks' 2026 NBA playoff run, focusing on wrestler Danhausen's alleged influence on the team's performance. After debuting in WWE, Danhausen cursed sports commentator Stephen A. Smith during the Knicks' first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks, coinciding with New York falling behind 2-1. The curse was reportedly lifted after Danhausen received a paid Cameo request, after which the Knicks won Game 6 decisively and swept the Philadelphia 76ers to reach the Eastern Conference Finals. Danhausen has since demanded courtside seats next to actor Timothy Chalamet to keep the curse at bay. The piece highlights the deep cultural ties between the Knicks roster and professional wrestling, noting that star players Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns are outspoken WWE fans who collect memorabilia and engage with wrestling culture. As the Knicks aim for their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999, the narrative humorously suggests their championship hopes may depend on maintaining good relations with the eccentric wrestler.
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