Knicks’ Championship Ring Packs NYC Grit, Gems and a Mini Garden
WHO:
CBS News Sports - Jason Arasheben designed the Knicks’ championship ring and has designed championship rings for professional leagues.
NY Post - The New York Knicks are the team receiving the championship rings.
WHAT:
NY Post - The ring contains over 180 grams of gold and nearly 800 individually set stones.
NY Post - Players and their families took part in championship ring night during the Knicks’ home opener.
CBS News Sports - Arasheben showed “CBS Mornings” the Knicks’ ring up close for the first time.
NY Post - The Knicks’ NBA championship ring is made of 22-carat gold and includes nearly 800 diamonds.
NY Post - The ring includes a secret miniature garden, described as a one-of-a-kind miniature recreation of Madison Square Garden’s iconic exterior.
NY Post - The rings are diamond-and-sapphire rings, described as dazzling and diamond-encrusted.
WHERE:
NY Post - The ring night event took place at Madison Square Garden.
CBS News Sports - The ring was presented up close on “CBS Mornings.”
NY Post - The miniature recreation depicts Madison Square Garden, in New York City.
WHY:
CBS News Sports - Arasheben discussed capturing New York’s grit and energy in the ring’s design.
HOW:
CBS News Sports - Arasheben conveyed New York’s grit and energy through the ring’s design.
NY Post - The ring combines 22-carat gold, nearly 800 diamonds, sapphires, and a miniature recreation of Madison Square Garden’s exterior.
(UPDATED October 21, 2026 22:19 UTC)
The New York Knicks received championship rings featuring more than 180 grams of gold and nearly 800 individually set stones. The rings, made with 22-carat gold, diamonds and sapphires, were presented to players and their families during a special night at Madison Square Garden, held alongside the team’s home opener. Designer Jason Arasheben showed the ring up close on “CBS Mornings,” offering a first look at its intricate details. Its most distinctive feature is a secret miniature garden: a one-of-a-kind recreation of Madison Square Garden’s iconic exterior in New York City. Arasheben, who has designed championship rings for professional leagues, said the design captures New York’s grit and energy. The dazzling rings pair their precious stones with a tribute to the arena at the heart of the Knicks’ championship celebration.
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(UPDATED October 21, 2026 18:11 UTC)
The New York Knicks celebrated championship ring night at Madison Square Garden during their home opener, with players and their families taking part. The team’s rings are made of 22-carat gold and feature nearly 800 diamonds, along with sapphires. Their most surprising detail is a secret miniature garden: a one-of-a-kind recreation of Madison Square Garden’s iconic exterior. Designer Jason Arasheben, who has created championship rings for professional leagues, showed the Knicks’ ring up close on “CBS Mornings.” He said the design captures New York’s grit and energy, bringing the city’s character into the ring. The diamond-encrusted rings combine precious stones with the miniature landmark, making the Garden itself part of the celebration. The unveiling offered a first close look at a ring created to honor the Knicks’ championship and their home city.
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(UPDATED October 21, 2026 15:04 UTC)
The New York Knicks’ championship ring, designed by Jason Arasheben, is made of 22-carat gold and features nearly 800 diamonds and sapphires. Arasheben showed the ring up close on “CBS Mornings,” including its secret miniature recreation of Madison Square Garden’s iconic exterior. He said the design captures New York’s grit and energy.