Anne Hathaway Chooses NBA Championship Over Oscar in Television Game
“Ein weiterer Meistertitel für die Knicks,” sportbild.bild.de reported of Hollywood actress Anne Hathaway selecting a New York Knicks NBA championship over winning another Academy Award during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. The 43-year-old actress, who won a best supporting actress Oscar in 2013 for playing Fantine in Les Misérables, revealed her sports allegiance during a segment called “Best Thing Ever” on the late-night program.
Host Jimmy Fallon presented Hathaway with two cards during the game, holding one that read “Ein weiterer Oscar-Sieg” and another featuring “Ein weiterer Meistertitel für die Knicks.” Hathaway, a native New Yorker and lifelong fan of the franchise, bypassed the Oscar option to choose the basketball championship. Her preference coincides with the Knicks securing the NBA title in the 2026 NBA Finals by defeating the San Antonio Spurs four games to one, capturing their first championship in 53 years.
Signed Jersey Gift from OG Anunoby Sparks Fan Excitement
Fallon opened the interview by presenting Hathaway with a signed jersey from New York Knicks star OG Anunoby, prompting an enthusiastic reaction from the actress. “Meinst du das ernst? Oh mein Gott!” Hathaway said before putting on the jersey and thanking the host. The connection between the actress and the 29-year-old English basketball player stems from a 2024 game at Madison Square Garden. Seated courtside with her son, Hathaway nearly avoided a collision when Anunoby flew out of bounds toward their seats.
During an appearance on the same talk show in April, Hathaway told Fallon she considered wearing an Anunoby jersey on air. After Anunoby scored 29 points the following evening, a portion of the team’s fanbase began viewing the actress as a lucky charm for the New York squad.
Frequently Asked Questions About Anne Hathaway and the Knicks
Why is Anne Hathaway considered a lucky charm for the New York Knicks?
Fans began viewing Hathaway as a lucky charm after she discussed wearing an OG Anunoby jersey on The Tonight Show in April, prior to the player scoring 29 points in a game the next night. Her public support has closely coincided with the team’s historic run.
How long had it been since the Knicks won an NBA championship?
Prior to their victory in the 2026 NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, the New York Knicks had gone 53 years without capturing an NBA title.
How did Anne Hathaway first interact with OG Anunoby?
Hathaway and Anunoby share a connection dating back to a 2024 game at Madison Square Garden, where the basketball player nearly crashed into Hathaway and her son while chasing a loose ball near the courtside seats.
The New York Knicks secured their historic 2026 championship victory five decades after their previous title in 1973.
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