Spike Lee Celebrates Knicks at 2025 Met Gala Amid Game Absence

Spike Lee, renowned filmmaker and longtime New York Knicks superfan, made a bold Knicks-themed fashion statement at the 2025 Met Gala, donning an orange Knicks hat, Air Jordan 3 'Black Cat' sneakers, and matching accessories in team colors. His attire paid homage not only to his beloved team but also fit the event’s theme, 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,' which celebrated Black menswear fashion. Lee’s appearance at the Met Gala coincided with the Knicks’ dramatic 108-105 come-from-behind victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, a game he missed to attend the event. Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby led the Knicks with 29 points each, while Josh Hart contributed a double-double and Miles McBride offered crucial bench support. Lee’s Met Gala look was widely noted by fashion and sports fans alike, with many praising his unique blend of Knicks fandom and sneaker culture, marked by his distinctive Air Jordan choice. The event also drew major sports and entertainment stars, underscoring the intersection of celebrity, fashion, and sports culture.