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De'Aaron Fox's late mistake costs Spurs in NBA Finals Game 4

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 12:41 PM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

De'Aaron Fox's late mistake costs Spurs in NBA Finals Game 4

Summary

In Game 4 of the NBA Finals, the San Antonio Spurs surrendered a 29-point lead, resulting in a 107-106 defeat to the New York Knicks. With just 12 seconds left and a one-point lead, De'Aaron Fox attempted a layup instead of running out the clock, allowing the Knicks to score. Charles Barkley criticized Fox's decision during the post-game broadcast, calling it a poor choice. The Spurs now trail the series 3-1, facing a must-win scenario in Game 5 on Saturday.

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By the Numbers

•Spurs lead evaporates in final minutes of Game 4.
•De'Aaron Fox's late shot blocked, leading to Knicks' game-winning score.
•Charles Barkley criticizes Fox's decision during post-game analysis.
•Spurs trail series 3-1 ahead of pivotal Game 5 on Saturday.

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12:41 PMYahoo Sports — NBA Hall of Famer couldn't believe what De'Aaron Fox did

What they're saying

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Charles Barkley blasted De'Aaron Fox after a late-game mistake helped the Knicks complete a stunning comeback and move one win from the title.
— Yahoo Sports

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