Trae Young, the Atlanta Hawks guard, has been at odds with New York Knicks fans for years. The tension between them began when he was a college player at Oklahoma and continued into his early days in the league when he faced off against New York in several playoff series.
Recent Comments
Young’s most recent comments about the noise level of Oklahoma City Thunder fans compared to those of the Knicks during Game 7 have added fuel to this rivalry. He stated, "I think our crowd was way louder," highlighting a key difference between the two fan bases.
Trash Talk and Celebrations
This rivalry is not an isolated incident. There have been instances of trash talk between Young and Knicks fans outside of basketball:
- Last year, after beating the Knicks on Christmas Day despite being inactive due to injury, Young celebrated by taking a bow before walking away from Madison Square Garden.
- More recently, after defeating the Knicks at Madison Square Garden during the NBA Emirates Cup quarterfinals, he rolled dice on center court as if playing craps, which some interpreted as a taunt towards their fan base.
Ongoing Rivalry
Young’s history with Knicks fans goes beyond just one or two incidents. Their rivalry on the court has led to several intense playoff series over the years, including a notable matchup in 2021 where they met in five games.
This ongoing tension continues to captivate basketball fans and adds an exciting layer to the matchups between the Atlanta Hawks and the New York Knicks.
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