Russell Wilson feeling ‘part of New York now’ as he takes in Knicks playoffs, Subway Series
Russell Wilson has been making quite a splash in New York City since joining the Giants as their starting quarterback. From cheering on the Knicks at Madison Square Garden to hanging out with celebrities like Bad Bunny, Wilson has been enjoying his time in the Big Apple.
After the Knicks clinched a spot in the Eastern Conference finals, Wilson was seen celebrating at a popular spot in the Meatpacking District alongside Knicks players and other famous faces. It seems like Wilson is truly immersing himself in the New York sports and entertainment scene.
But Wilson also took a break from football to revisit his baseball roots by attending the Yankees-Mets game at Yankee Stadium with his wife, Ciara, and their children. The 36-year-old athlete, who was once a fourth-round draft pick by the Rockies in 2010, seemed to enjoy being back on the baseball field, even chatting with Yankees star Aaron Judge during batting practice.
In an interview with The Post, Wilson expressed his excitement about being a part of the New York sports community and getting to know the Knicks players like Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Karl-Anthony Towns. He also mentioned his friendship with Aaron Judge and how he’s looking forward to the upcoming NFL season with the Giants.
The outing at Yankee Stadium was a special gift for Wilson’s son Future, who was celebrating his 11th birthday. Wilson shared that his son’s Little League team, named the Yankees, had recently won their division championship in San Diego, adding to the Wilson family’s winning streak.
As for his football career, Wilson signed a one-year deal with the Giants after a season with the Steelers. The team also added QB Jameis Winston and drafted Jaxson Dart from Ole Miss. Wilson expressed his excitement about the upcoming season with the Giants and the hard work they have put in to make it a successful year.
Overall, it seems like Russell Wilson is enjoying his time in New York City, whether he’s on the football field or the baseball diamond. His presence in the sports and entertainment scene has certainly made an impact, and fans are eager to see what he will bring to the Giants in the upcoming season.
