‘Pick a side coward’: even-handed Elmo enrages New York Knicks fans New York Knicks fans are outraged at the Sesame Street character Elmo for wishing both the Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs well in the NBA Finals, rather than endorsing his perceived “home team.” This fan frenzy comes as the Knicks are in contention for their first title since 1999. Amidst the basketball excitement, former President Donald Trump has announced his intention to attend an upcoming game.

• Knicks fans are angry that Elmo did not publicly support their team in the NBA Finals.
• Elmo posted on X wishing both the Knicks and the Spurs well, leading to cyber outrage from fans.
• Some fans reacted with extreme anger, even wishing Elmo would be priced out of New York.
• Elmo attempted to de-escalate the situation with a subsequent post.
• Donald Trump announced he plans to attend game three of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden.
• Spurs fans have been wearing distracting t-shirts during the finals, a habit linked to the Fiesta festival.