When the Met Gala and the NBA playoffs collide, even Hollywood's biggest fans have to make tough choices. This year, the first Monday in May brought a fashion showdown that perfectly captured the split loyalties of New York's celebrity elite.

Ben Stiller, a die-hard New York Knicks superfan, found himself at the Met Gala while his beloved team tipped off Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers at Madison Square Garden. "If you can't be at Madison Square Garden watching the Knicks... this is a great second choice," Stiller admitted, though he didn't hide his enthusiasm for the team, confidently predicting the Knicks would win the series in six games. "This is an incredible event supporting the Costume Institute and the arts in New York. And we've been here a couple of times."

But Stiller and his wife, actress Christine Taylor, made sure their Knicks pride was front and center. "We are representing for the Knicks. We are wearing our Knicks colors," Taylor told Vogue, as the couple sported orange and blue on the red carpet—a stylish nod to the team's signature hues.

Meanwhile, across town at Madison Square Garden, another famous face was courtside. Timothée Chalamet, also a devoted Knicks fan, chose hardwood over haute couture for Game 1. The actor was spotted in his usual courtside seats, soaking in the electric atmosphere as the Knicks dominated the 76ers in a 137-98 rout. While his girlfriend, Kylie Jenner, made headlines at the Met Gala, Chalamet kept his focus on the game, proving that for some fans, nothing beats the thrill of playoff basketball.

The night was a perfect example of New York's unique blend of sports and style—where even a fashion gala can't compete with the energy of a playoff game at the Garden.