A museum-quality canvas capturing one of the most unforgettable moments in New York basketball history. Created by artist Tommy Rausch through a layered artistic process that incorporates player names throughout the composition, The Tip comes to life through the ANIM8TED experience featuring original animation and an original music composition. Simply visit 2026NYKnicks.com on your mobile device to experience the artwork. No app required.
Some moments are too powerful to remain a memory.
The Tip captures one of the most dramatic and unforgettable moments in New York basketball history through a unique blend of fine art, storytelling, music, and technology.
Created by artist Tommy Rausch, the artwork began with extensive sketching and composition studies designed to capture the exact moment in extraordinary detail. The final piece was built through a multi-layered artistic process, incorporating the names of the players throughout the composition, creating subtle details that reveal themselves upon closer inspection.
The result is a dynamic work of art that celebrates not only the play itself, but the players, energy, emotion, and history surrounding the moment.
As part of the ANIM8TED™ Collection, The Tip™ extends beyond the canvas. Each piece unlocks an immersive experience featuring original animation and an original music composition created by Tommy Rausch specifically for this artwork.
Simply visit 2026NYKnicks.com on your mobile device to experience the artwork in motion.
No app. No downloads. No special equipment.
Just the artwork, your phone, and a new way to experience an iconic moment.
Whether displayed in a home, office, sports room, or private collection, The Tip™ is designed for fans, collectors, and art enthusiasts who appreciate historic moments reimagined through contemporary art.
The Tip™ ANIM8TED Canvas Edition is offered as a strictly limited release.
Only 2,026 pieces will be created in each available size:
• 12" x 18" Limited Edition — Limited to 2,026 pieces worldwide
• 24" x 36" Limited Edition — Limited to 2,026 pieces worldwide
No additional editions will be produced in these sizes once the edition limits have been reached.
ANIM8TED™ transforms traditional artwork into immersive experiences that combine physical art, animation, music, and storytelling.
Each ANIM8TED™ collectible begins as a physical work of art and extends beyond the frame through original digital experiences accessible directly from your mobile device.
No app required.
The Tip™ is an original work of art created by Tommy Rausch.
This artwork is independently created and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or authorized by the National Basketball Association (NBA), the New York Knicks, Madison Square Garden, any NBA team, league, player, or their respective affiliates, licensors, or partners.
All trademarks, team names, player names, and related properties remain the property of their respective owners and are referenced solely for descriptive and historical purposes.
This artwork is offered as an artistic interpretation of a historic sporting moment and is intended for collectors, fans, and art enthusiasts.