New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek found himself at the center of a viral moment during the team’s championship parade after police briefly stopped him, apparently mistaking the NBA player for a fan along the celebration route.

The incident took place as thousands of fans lined the streets of New York to celebrate the Knicks’ first NBA title in 53 years. According to viral footage circulating on social media, Kolek was momentarily held back by officers while moving through the crowd during the parade festivities.

The situation quickly escalated online after other bystanders intervened, informing police that the individual they had stopped was, in fact, a member of the championship-winning Knicks roster.

Kolek later reacted to the incident with humor on social media, posting, “I swear I’m on the team bro,” a comment that further fueled the clip’s circulation across X and other platforms.

The video has since gained widespread attention, with fans reacting to the unusual mix-up during what was otherwise a historic celebration for the franchise.

The Knicks’ parade marked a long-awaited moment for the team and its supporters, coming after a dramatic playoff run that ended with their first championship in over five decades.

Police have not issued any formal statement regarding the incident, while the viral clip continues to circulate widely across social media.