Knicks' historic comeback attracts record viewership in NBA Finals Game 4
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 11:14 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals saw the New York Knicks erase a 29-point deficit against the San Antonio Spurs, with an average of 20.9 million viewers tuning in. This viewership is the highest for a Game 4 since Michael Jordan's last championship in 1998 and peaked at 23.2 million viewers. The series, which continues to gain traction, is now one game away from the Knicks claiming their first title since 1973. Game 5 is scheduled for Saturday, taking place in San Antonio at 8:30 p.m. ET.
- •Knicks erase 29-point deficit in Game 4 of Finals.
- •Game 4 attracts 20.9 million average viewers.
- •Viewership peaked at 23.2 million during comeback.
- •Knicks lead the series and seek first title since 1973.
- •Game 5 scheduled for Saturday in San Antonio.
- 11:14 PMYahoo Sports — NBA Finals 2026: Knicks' historic comeback was most-watched Game 4 since Michael Jordan's last championship
"It's been a very good NBA Finals for the league so far.
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