Westchester County Center to host New York Knicks watch parties

White Plains is ready to Knick it up a notch as fans gather for NBA Finals watch parties.

The Westchester County Center will host watch parties on Monday and Wednesday as the New York Knicks continue their championship run against the San Antonio Spurs in Games 3 and 4 of the series.

“Excitement across New York is at an all-time high as the New York Knicks make their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999,” Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said in a statement announcing the events. “I’m thrilled that we can bring fans together at the Westchester County Center, home of the Westchester Knicks, to share in the excitement and cheer them on during this historic championship run. Let’s go Knicks!”

Tickets are on sale now for the June 8 event and cost $10 per person, plus Ticketmaster fees, the county said Monday. Tickets will also be available at the door on the night of each event, based on availability. Fans interested in attending are encouraged to RSVP at lmsc@westchestercountyny.gov.

The watch parties will feature a DJ, food and drinks available for purchase, and the game broadcast on a large screen in the County Center’s main hall. Doors open at 7 p.m., and tipoff is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. Parking is $10 per car.

“The Westchester County Center is the Mecca of all things basketball in Westchester County. By hosting these watch parties, we are adding another layer of excitement and community spirit to an already historic NBA Finals run for the New York Knicks,” Westchester County Parks Acting Commissioner Peter Tartaglia said. “There is nothing quite like experiencing the energy of a big game surrounded by fellow fans.”