Desperate times call for desperate measures, and for New York Knicks fans, that means turning to the supernatural. With their team facing elimination in the Eastern Conference Finals, some diehard supporters have taken an unconventional approach—ordering spells from Etsy witches to help the Knicks secure a victory.
One particularly devoted Knicks fan made headlines after purchasing a spell from an Etsy seller known as Priestess Aurora, a self-proclaimed “12th-generation enchantress”. The fan, eager to see the Knicks extend their playoff run, requested a custom spell to ensure a Game 5 victory against the Indiana Pacers. The price? A mere $8.48—a bargain compared to the cost of a ticket at Madison Square Garden.
Knicks fans – I just paid a witch on Etsy to cast a spell to help us win game 5 tonight. I’m doing my part. pic.twitter.com/aAI0UtpJur
— Rohit Thawani (@vohit4rohit) May 29, 2025
While skeptics may dismiss the idea of magic influencing basketball games, the results were hard to ignore. The Knicks dominated Game 5, winning 111-94, with standout performances from Jalen Brunson (32 points) and Karl-Anthony Towns (24 points, 13 rebounds). Whether it was strategic adjustments or mystical intervention, Knicks fans were quick to credit the spell for the team’s success.
Sports fans have long embraced superstitions, from lucky jerseys to pregame rituals. However, hiring an online witch to cast spells takes fandom to a new level.
With the Knicks still trailing 3-2 in the series, the question remains: Will Priestess Aurora’s magic extend beyond Madison Square Garden? As the team heads to Indiana for Game 6 tonight, fans may be tempted to invest in another round of mystical assistance.
