Spike Lee Blesses Pope Leo with Knicks Jersey

It was amazing to hear that Spike Lee got to meet the Pope at the Vatican! But honestly, the coolest part was seeing him try to make the Pope a Knicks fan! After his speech, Spike presented Pope Leo with a custom Knicks jersey – a really thoughtful gift considering how much Spike loves the team. He’s the biggest celebrity supporter out there, and it was sweet to see him share something so personal. I even heard he’s hoping the Pope’s blessing will help the Knicks win next season! It’s extra special because three of our players – Brunson, Hart, and Bridges – all went to Villanova, which is where the Pope went to school. Spike posted a picture on Instagram of the exchange, and his caption was hilarious. He wrote about presenting the jersey and pointed out the Villanova connection, ending with his signature ‘Ya-Dig’ and a basketball emoji. It was such a cool moment!

Being the first American Pope, Pope Leo is likely to receive gifts celebrating sports. Just last week, Chicago Bulls announcer Chuck Swirsky presented him with a personalized Bulls jersey while visiting the Vatican. Pope Leo, as a spiritual leader, shows affection for everyone and that includes their favorite sports teams.

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2025-11-16 01:53