John Calipari defends De’Aaron Fox after Spurs' Game 4 loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 6:52 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
In Game 4 of the NBA Finals, De’Aaron Fox faced criticism following a late blocked layup that contributed to the Spurs' 107-106 loss to the Knicks. John Calipari defended Fox, highlighting his struggle with a high ankle sprain that hindered his typical explosive play. The Spurs were leading 106-105 before Fox drove to the basket but was blocked by OG Anunoby. The Knicks completed a comeback from a 29-point deficit, taking a 3-1 series lead over San Antonio. The Spurs now face elimination in the series.
- •De’Aaron Fox scored 18 points, 7 assists, and 5 rebounds.
- •Spurs were leading 106-105 before the final play.
- •Fox attempted a layup that was blocked by Anunoby.
- •Knicks have erased a 29-point deficit in the game.
- •New York leads the series 3-1 against San Antonio.
- 6:52 AMYahoo Sports — NCAA legend John Calipari explains what stopped De’Aaron Fox from becoming a Spurs hero in Game 4
"John Calipari defended De’Aaron Fox after the San Antonio Spurs guard took criticism for one of the decisive moments in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. San Antonio were seconds from taking control of the series against the New York Knicks before one late sequence shifted the game, the pressure, and the conversation around an injured guard.
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