Massive fights were seen breaking out and riot police deploying pepper spray after thousands of rowdy New York Knicks fans clashed with the NYPD outside an official NBA finals game 3 watch party at Bryant Park.
This outdoor viewing event was hastily organized after a planned gathering outside Madison Square Garden was abruptly canceled due to major security restrictions linked to President Trump's attendance at the highly packed game.
After the Knicks lost 115-111 against the San Antonio Spurs, crowds outside the packed 5000 capacity venue swiftly devolved into major chaos.
Unruly crowds fought amongst themselves and targeted law enforcement, throwing glass bottles at officers and leaping onto vehicles. Video footage captured serious street brawls, including a man ripping a bus sign off a nearby pole to strike people on the head. Others were seen wielding tree branches.