Trae Young Trolls Knicks Fans After Thunder’s Playoff Victory

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Trae Young, the Atlanta Hawks guard, reignited his ongoing feud with New York Knicks fans following the Oklahoma City Thunder‘s playoff victory on Sunday. The Thunder eliminated the Denver Nuggets in a decisive Game 7, and Young took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his thoughts.

In his post, Young declared, “Hot take but not… OKC fans are louder than Knicks fans. Happy Sunday!” This remark could be interpreted as a jab at Knicks fans, particularly after they celebrated their team’s recent advancement to the Eastern Conference Finals—a milestone not reached in 25 years.

Following the Knicks’ victory over the Boston Celtics last week, fans were vocal in the streets, reminiscing about the 2021 playoffs when Young and the Hawks eliminated New York in the first round. Young’s comment appears to be a playful retort to the Knicks fans who have taunted him over the years.

This isn’t the first time Young has reacted to Knicks fans this season. After a November game where the Hawks bested the Knicks, Young quipped, “I hope the Knicks fans find their way to the exit real, real quick” during an interview. He also rolled dice on the Knicks’ half-court logo at Madison Square Garden after leading the Hawks to another victory.

The rivalry between Young and the Knicks fans has been intense since it began in the 2021 playoffs, where the Hawks won the series in five games. Recently, Young acknowledged the spirited Thunder crowd during Game 7, hinting at the contrast with Knicks fans.

While the Knicks moved forward to the Eastern Conference Finals, marking their first appearance there since the 1999-2000 season, the Hawks did not qualify for the playoffs after losing their play-in tournament games. This has left fans to speculate about Young’s future, as he posted impressive stats this season but could potentially face trade discussions.

NBA insiders have suggested teams like the Orlando Magic and Houston Rockets may be interested in acquiring Young, as they look to bolster their rosters with a talented playmaker. The intrigue surrounding Young’s career continues, particularly amidst his playful banter with Knicks supporters.