NBA Finals: Knicks rally to beat Spurs in Game 1
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals after overcoming a 14-point deficit. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks' comeback with a strong fourth-quarter performance.
Why it matters
This is a major development in professional sports, marking a significant milestone for the Knicks franchise in their pursuit of a championship.
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) yells during the second half of Game 1 of the NBA Finals basketball series against the San Antonio Spurs, Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in San Antonio. | AP Photo/Eric Gay The New York Knicks erased a double-digit deficit and stunned the San Antonio Spurs, 105-95, on their home floor, claiming a Game 1 victory in the 2026 NBA Finals on Wednesday night at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
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