Cardi B's Triple Win at 2026 AMAs and Knicks' NBA Finals Berth Spark New York City Celebration
Monday was a day of celebration for New Yorkers, especially for Cardi B, who took to Instagram to share her excitement over winning three awards at the 2026 American Music Awards and the New York Knicks securing their first NBA Finals berth since ’99. Cardi expressed her gratitude to her fans and promised to attend and perform at the 2027 AMAs regardless of her schedule. She won awards for best female rapper, best hip-hop album (Am I the Drama?), and best hip-hop song (“ErrTime”).
Cardi's album, "Am I the Drama?" debuted in September and topped the Billboard 200 chart with 200,000 total album units. The song "ErrTime" featuring Jeezy reached No. 43 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped the Rhythmic Airplay chart. She also shared a video of watching the Knicks game with her engineer, who was wearing a Jalen Brunson T-shirt, while in the studio.
The New York Knicks dominated the Cleveland Cavaliers in game four of the Eastern Conference Finals, winning by 37 points to advance to their first NBA Finals in the 21st century. Cardi B marveled at the Empire State Building lit up in orange and blue for the Knicks, expressing her excitement for the team's success.
Cardi B's presence at Madison Square Garden for the NBA Finals games three and four in June is anticipated, as she has previously attended Knicks playoff games. Last May, she made a public appearance with NFL star Stefon Diggs at a Knicks game against the Boston Celtics. The city is buzzing with excitement for both Cardi B's achievements and the Knicks' historic NBA Finals berth.