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On the New York Knicks and New York Hip-Hop


Published on 2025-05-22 14:31:38 - Pitchfork
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  • Alphonse Pierre's Off the Dome column covers songs, mixtapes, albums, scenes, snippets, movies, Meek Mill tweets, fashion trends
  • and anything else that catches his attention. This week, Alphonse waxes poetic on his beloved New York Knicks, a potential team of destiny that brings to mind the past, present, and future of the city's hip-hop scene.

The article from Yahoo Sports discusses the unique connection between the New York Knicks and New York's hip-hop culture. It highlights how the Knicks, a storied NBA franchise, have been intertwined with hip-hop since the genre's rise in the 1980s. Iconic figures like Jay-Z, who has been a prominent Knicks fan, and Spike Lee, a filmmaker and avid supporter often seen courtside, exemplify this relationship. The piece also touches on how Madison Square Garden, the Knicks' home arena, has been a venue for significant hip-hop events, further cementing the bond between the team and the music genre. This cultural fusion is seen as a reflection of New York's diverse and vibrant identity.

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