Created to celebrate New York's unforgettable 2026 championship, THE TIP captures the split-second moment that helped define a historic Finals run. But the canvas is only the beginning.Experience the artwork through original frame-by-frame animation and sound, transforming the physical piece into an immersive visual experience. See it. Hear it. Relive it. Limited to 100 pieces in each size.
THE TIP
Limited Edition Artwork by Tommy Rausch
NEW YORK · CHAMPIONS · 2026
Some moments happen in an instant.
Others live forever.
THE TIP is an original work by artist Tommy Rausch, created to celebrate New York’s unforgettable 2026 championship season and one of the defining moments of its historic run.
Down by 29 points in Game 4 of the Finals, New York completed the largest comeback in NBA Finals history. With the game hanging in the balance, a last-second tip at the rim put New York ahead 107–106 with just 1.2 seconds remaining.
One touch.
One moment.
A city erupted.
And the road to a championship changed forever.
THE TIP captures that moment.
But this isn't simply a canvas.
This artwork comes alive.
ART THAT COMES ALIVE
THE TIP introduces an entirely different kind of artwork to TommyRausch.com.
The physical artwork is only the beginning.
Using your mobile device, THE TIP transforms from a still image into an immersive experience through original frame-by-frame animation and sound created specifically for the artwork.
The movement isn't generated by a filter or simple visual effect. Individual frames are created and assembled to reinterpret the moment through motion, allowing elements of the original composition to break free from the canvas.
Art. Animation. Sound.
Together, they transform a single captured moment into something you can experience again.
No app.
No special equipment.
Just scan, watch and experience the artwork come alive.
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
THE TIP is built around a fraction of a second.
A hand reaches toward the basketball.
The rim waits above.
New York surrounds the moment.
Through Tommy Rausch's distinctive combination of etched linework, distressed texture, bold typography and contemporary pop-art composition, the artwork freezes the instant just before celebration.
Look closer and the story of the championship season begins to reveal itself through layers of imagery, texture and detail.
Then experience the animation—and the frozen moment begins moving again.
The physical artwork and its digital experience were created together as two parts of the same work.
See it. Hear it. Relive it.
LIMITED EDITION
Unlike the open-edition portrait collection available on TommyRausch.com, THE TIP is released as a Limited Edition.
Each piece is individually produced and created for collectors who want to own a work celebrating an extraordinary moment in New York basketball history.
Limited Edition of 100 in each size.
Available in:
12 × 18 — Edition of 100
20 × 30 — Edition of 100
24 × 36 — Edition of 100
Once an edition sells out, that size will no longer be produced as part of this edition.
PREMIUM FRAMED CANVAS
Each THE TIP canvas is reproduced on heavyweight 344 gsm poly-cotton canvas, selected to preserve the intricate etched lines, distressed textures and fine details of the original artwork.
State-of-the-art digital printing provides exceptional sharpness and color fidelity, while GREENGUARD GOLD certified inks provide a durable, fade-resistant finish.
The satin/matte canvas is professionally stretched over FSC-certified, kiln-dried wood stretcher bars and set within a solid poplar hardwood matte-black floater frame.
A subtle floating reveal separates the artwork from the frame, creating additional depth and a clean contemporary gallery presentation.
Each piece arrives professionally framed and ready to hang.
MADE TO ORDER
Every THE TIP framed canvas is made to order.
Once your order is placed, your artwork is individually printed, professionally stretched, framed and prepared for display.
Please allow approximately 5–8 business days for your finished artwork to arrive.
Made to order. Professionally framed. Ready to hang.
AN INDEPENDENT WORK OF ART
THE TIP is an independently created original artwork by Tommy Rausch inspired by a historic New York basketball moment.
This artwork is not affiliated with, sponsored by, endorsed by, or officially licensed by the NBA, the New York Knicks, or any NBA player.
Team and league trademarks are not used to imply sponsorship, endorsement or affiliation.