Knicks escape late scare from Spurs in Game 2 of NBA Finals
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 2:55 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The Knicks narrowly avoided defeat against the Spurs in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, as they held a 14-point lead before losing it late in the fourth quarter. Jalen Brunson's late basket tied the game before a crucial mistake by Victor Wembanyama handed the Knicks a chance to steal the win. The Spurs led the fourth quarter scoring 29-21 but ultimately could not capitalize on their momentum. Both teams recognize the importance of improved execution in the upcoming games, as the Knicks strive to break a 53-year championship drought.
- •Knicks led by 14 points late in the fourth quarter.
- •Jalen Brunson tied the game with a fading two-pointer.
- •Victor Wembanyama made a critical turnover late.
- •Spurs scored 29 points in the fourth quarter.
- •Next game will be crucial for both teams' championship chances.
- 2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Kristian Winfield: Victor Wembanyama bailed the Knicks out once, but he won’t do it again
"NEW YORK — The play stuck with Stephon Castle through the night into the morning after Game 2 in San Antonio: Victor Wembanyama threw the basketball — and a chance to tie the NBA Finals at one game apiece — off of the second-year guard’s back, off the Frost Bank Center hardwood floors, right into Jalen Brunson’s hands. “I don’t know what we could have done differently at the end of that game ...
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