Victor Wembanyama mistake hands New York Knicks control of NBA Finals
The New York Knicks secured a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals after a narrow 105-104 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. The game was decided in the final seconds following a critical turnover by Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.
Why it matters
The Knicks are attempting to win their first NBA championship in 53 years, and historical data suggests a 2-0 lead is a strong indicator of a series win.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Jalen Brunson scored the winning basket - and only five of 37 teams who have taken a 2-0 Finals lead have then failed to win the championship
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