Legendary filmmaker Spike Lee, synonymous with New York Knicks fandom, is eyeing a cinematic collaboration with another courtside regular, Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet.
In a recent interview on "The Bill Simmons Podcast", [Lee praised](https://www.yardbarker.com/entertainment/articles/spike_lee_wants_to_do_a_movie_with_fellow_knicks_fan_timothee_chalamet/s1_13132_42591998) Chalamet as “a good guy, a real \[Knicks\] fan, and a great actor,” revealing discussions about a potential joint project. The idea, though, may have to wait, as Lee humorously noted Chalamet’s packed schedule—starring in "Marty Supreme", James Mangold’s next film, and the "Dune" trilogy finale—might delay things “four or five years.”
Both Lee and Chalamet are fixtures at Madison Square Garden, with Chalamet’s courtside presence during the Knicks’ 2025 playoff run rivaling Lee’s iconic fandom. From cheering alongside Bad Bunny during the Knicks’ Game 6 rout of the Celtics to celebrating with fans in Manhattan’s streets, Chalamet has cemented his status as a die-hard supporter.
Lee, the face of Knicks loyalty since their 1973 championship, sees a kindred spirit in the 29-year-old star, whose viral moments—like chanting “Knicks in 6”—electrified social media. Lee certainly took note of the attention Chalamet helped draw to the franchise throughout their remarkable playoff run.
While Lee ruled out a sports movie, stating there'd be no "He Got Game" sequel, the prospect of these two Knicks devotees uniting onscreen is tantalizing. Lee’s latest, "Highest 2 Lowest", a reimagined Akira Kurosawa thriller with Denzel Washington, showcases his knack for blending grit and style. Pairing that vision with Chalamet’s raw, magnetic talent could redefine New York storytelling. For now, Knicks fans can dream of a blockbuster as bold as their courtside cheers.