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Jalen Brunson sparks Knicks to 2-0 lead in Finals against Spurs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 10:55 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Jalen Brunson sparks Knicks to 2-0 lead in Finals against Spurs
Summary

Jalen Brunson continues to lead the Knicks in the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, helping secure a 2-0 series advantage. Brunson scored a total of 30 points across the two games, including a crucial 13 points in the fourth quarter of Game 1. The Knicks' ability to secure a close 105-104 victory in Game 2 positions them two wins away from the championship. A title win would elevate Brunson's status among New York sports legends, possibly marking him as the greatest Knick ever.

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  • •Knicks lead NBA Finals 2-0 against Spurs
  • •Brunson scored 30 points in two games
  • •Knicks won Game 2 by a single point
  • •Brunson's legacy could change with a title win
  • •Franchise seeks first championship since 1970
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  • 10:55 PMYahoo Sports — If Jalen Brunson leads the Knicks to a title, where does he rank among New York's greatest athletes?
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Jalen Brunson would enter an elite pantheon of New York greats if the Knicks win the NBA Championship this June.

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