Knicks bench steps up against Spurs in Game 2 of NBA Finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 5:30 AM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-104 in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on June 6. Mitchell Robinson and other role players contributed significantly, sparking a key run that helped the Knicks secure their 13th consecutive postseason victory. Karl-Anthony Towns led New York with 21 points, while the bench added 27 points and 10 rebounds. Robinson played a crucial role defensively, contesting two late shots from Victor Wembanyama. The Knicks now lead the series 2-0.
- •Mitchell Robinson inspired Knicks despite Hack-a-Mitch strategy.
- •Knicks bench scored 27 points, contributing crucially to the win.
- •New York leads the NBA Finals series 2-0.
- •Towns was the leading scorer with 21 points.
- •Robinson defended Wembanyama in the closing moments.
- 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — Inspired by Robinson, Knicks bench shines against Wembanyama, Spurs to capture 13th straight victory
"New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson was neither offended nor frustrated when the San Antonio Spurs began intentionally fouling him in the first quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Friday night. While he did go 3 of 6 on free throws in the opening quarter, the Hack-a-Mitch strategy inspired Robinson and the rest of the Knicks. “It means a lot when I ruin their strategy, but I mean, it seems like they just want me off the court,” Robinson said.
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