Patrick Ewing finally touched down at the TD Garden for the Boston Celtics-New York Knicks Game 2.
The Knicks are indeed entering Game 3 against the Celtics with significant momentum.
They are coming off with two consecutive victories over the men in white and green.
However, their confidence got a booster shot as the legendary Hall of Famer and Knicks ambassador Ewing made a stunning tunnel appearance.
Patrick Ewing arrives for Game 2.
(via @sny_knicks)
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) May 7, 2025
The former NBA superstar led the Knicks players while coming out of the tunnel. From a distance, it seemed as if Ewing was about to play for the team with the way he carried himself.
However, soon after the video went viral, hoop fans on the internet said the same thing in the comment section.
NBA Fans Said The Same Thing About Patrick Ewing’s Unexpected Tunnel Appearance
Ewing, who spent 15 seasons with the Knicks, is considered one of the greatest centers in NBA history. His arrival at the arena got his fans cheering and chanting for him.
Though the social media fans had all the funny stuff to point at.
“Mfs acting like he playing,” a fan wrote.
Mfs acting like he playing
— PayneHoops (@CookedByPayne) May 7, 2025
“Why they record this like bro suiting up tonight?” another one commented.
Why they record this like bro suiting up tonight?
— Hamz Talks Hoops (@hamztalkshoops_) May 7, 2025
“Unc is not a player why he in the player tunnel,” a third one added
Unc is not a player why he in the player tunnel
— ❆ (@Tronix0_) May 7, 2025
“Knicks never gave him a 2nd all star to help him In his prime. Just Starks, Mason and Oakley,” another comment read.
Knicks never gave him a 2nd all star to help him
In his prime. Just Starks, Mason and Oakley— Jay (@JayTheGreat305) May 7, 2025
“Looks like he’s ready to play,” added a fan.
Looks like he's ready to play
— Archa (@MrBalodis) May 7, 2025
The Celtics are aiming to break their current two-to-not record. It will be interesting to see how they’ll rise against the strong-handed Knicks.