John Tortorella comments on Knicks' comeback during Stanley Cup Finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
John Tortorella, coach of the Vegas Golden Knights, discussed the NBA Finals during his media availability on June 12, 2026. He expressed excitement over the New York Knicks' remarkable 107-106 victory against the San Antonio Spurs, highlighting their comeback from a 29-point deficit. Tortorella noted similarities between the Knicks' series and the ongoing Stanley Cup Final, where the Golden Knights trail the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 after losing their last two games. Game 6 for the Golden Knights is scheduled for Sunday, while Game 5 for the Knicks takes place on June 13 in San Antonio.
- •Tortorella praised the Knicks' comeback win, citing it as a significant moment in NBA Finals history.
- •The Golden Knights are down 3-2 in the Stanley Cup Final against the Hurricanes.
- •Game 6 for the Golden Knights will be held on June 14.
- •Game 5 for the Knicks is scheduled for June 13 at 8:30 p.m. ET.
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