Josh Hart helps Knicks rally in Game 1 of NBA Finals against Spurs
8 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 2:41 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
The New York Knicks secured a 105-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on June 3, 2026. Josh Hart played a key role, overcoming foul trouble to contribute significantly in a strong defensive effort during the second half. He recorded 15 rebounds, six assists, and four steals, helping the Knicks outscore the Spurs 29-19 in the final quarter. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 30 points, while Spurs rookie Dylan Harper made history as the youngest player to score 10 points in the NBA Finals. Game 2 is scheduled for June 5 in San Antonio.
- •Knicks outscored Spurs 22 points with Hart on the court.
- •Hart recorded 15 rebounds, six assists, and four steals.
- •Brunson led Knicks in scoring with 30 points.
- •Spurs shot 40 points in the second half.
- •Game 2 will take place on June 5.
- 2:41 AMHeat.com — As Game 1 showed, Josh Hart's impact on the Knicks goes beyond scoring - NBA.com
- 12:35 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Finals: Josh Hart and the art of doing whatever the game asks of you
- 5:43 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Hart scored only three, but one sneaky play sealed Knicks’ game 1 win
- 8:18 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks Fans Erupt After Josh Hart Becomes First Player Since Larry Bird to Reach Rare Finals Feat in Game 1
- 5:42 AMCBS NBA — Josh Hart helps Knicks steal Game 1 of NBA Finals with gutsy performance only he could produce
- 5:08 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Hart's efforts help Knicks turn around Game 1 of the NBA Finals and beat the Spurs
"When the New York Knicks needed a lift, they turned to the player who has given them everything he has all season. Josh Hart overcame early foul trouble to lead a defensive effort that stymied the San Antonio Spurs in the second half as New York rallied for a 105-95 victory in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday. “That’s just who he is,” said Jalen Brunson, who led the Knicks with 30 points.
"Josh Hart has been one of the best players for the New York Knicks these playoffs. In Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, Hart only had three points, but he still had significant help to give the Knicks a 105-95 win. Hart was only 1-for-5 from the field and had [...]
"Josh Hart only put up three points in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, but his impact went well beyond the scoreboard. His 15 rebounds, six assists and four steals helped the Knicks to a 105-95 win over the Spurs, giving them a 1-0 lead and home-court advantage.
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External links- Heat.comJun 5, 2026, 2:41 AMAs Game 1 showed, Josh Hart's impact on the Knicks goes beyond scoring - NBA.com
New York's glue guy with relentless energy is willing to sacrifice personal achievement if it means success for the team.
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 12:35 AMNBA Finals: Josh Hart and the art of doing whatever the game asks of you
"When you look at what he shot from the field, you wouldn't think that he was probably the most impactful guy in the game last night," Knicks coach Mike Brown said Thursday after New York's Game 1 win.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 5:43 PMJosh Hart scored only three, but one sneaky play sealed Knicks’ game 1 win
Josh Hart only put up three points in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, but his impact went well beyond the scoreboard. His 15 rebounds, six assists and four steals helped the Knicks to a 105-95 win over the Spurs, giving them a 1-0 lead and home-court advantage.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 8:18 AMKnicks Fans Erupt After Josh Hart Becomes First Player Since Larry Bird to Reach Rare Finals Feat in Game 1
Josh Hart has been one of the best players for the New York Knicks these playoffs. In Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, Hart only had three points, but he still had significant help to give the Knicks a 105-95 win. Hart was only 1-for-5 from the field and had [...]
- CBS NBAJun 4, 2026, 5:42 AMJosh Hart helps Knicks steal Game 1 of NBA Finals with gutsy performance only he could produce
Hart scored only three points vs. the Spurs, yet you could argue he was Game 1's most impactful player
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 5:08 AMJosh Hart's efforts help Knicks turn around Game 1 of the NBA Finals and beat the Spurs
When the New York Knicks needed a lift, they turned to the player who has given them everything he has all season. Josh Hart overcame early foul trouble to lead a defensive effort that stymied the San Antonio Spurs in the second half as New York rallied for a 105-95 victory in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday. “That’s just who he is,” said Jalen Brunson, who led the Knicks with 30 points.
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