Knicks hold on as Wembanyama's last shot rims out in Game 2
7 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 9:20 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-104 in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on June 5 in San Antonio. Victor Wembanyama, who scored a game-high 29 points, had an opportunity to tie the game but missed a long two-pointer as time expired. The Knicks, now on a 13-game playoff winning streak, lead the Finals 2-0. The series shifts to Madison Square Garden for Game 3 on June 8, where the Spurs will look to avoid a sweep.
- •Knicks win Game 2 to lead NBA Finals 2-0
- •Victor Wembanyama scores 29 points for Spurs
- •Wembanyama's last shot misses as time expires
- •Knicks extend playoff winning streak to 13 games
- •Game 3 set for June 8 at Madison Square Garden
- 10:06 PMESPN — Wemby, Spurs undaunted by 0-2 hole vs. Knicks
- 7:53 PMYahoo Sports — Victor Wembanyama Shockingly Can’t Recall Much from Game 2, Claims It’s “Still Very Blurry” as Spurs Fall to Knicks
- 3:22 PMThe Guardian Sport — ‘I messed up’: Wembanyama rues late mistakes after heartbreaking Spurs loss
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — ‘We Needed to Win That Game’ — Victor Wembanyama Takes Blame As Spurs Drop Game 2 of NBA Finals vs. Knicks
- 4:21 AMYahoo Sports — Watch Wemby's would-be game-winner rim out as Knicks survive Spurs rally in NBA Finals Game 2
"Knicks edge Spurs 105-104 to take 2-0 NBA finals lead Wembanyama made costly turnover in final seconds No team has won finals after losing first two at home San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama could barely remember the details of the late-game miscues that cost the Spurs in their agonizing 105-104 loss to the New York Knicks in Game 2 of the NBA finals on Friday. The Spurs used a 14-0 scoring run to erase a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit and briefly took a one-point lead before it all fell apart. Continue reading...
"Game 2 of the NBA Finals took place on Friday, June 6, 2026, a must-win for the San Antonio Spurs after dropping the opener. Instead, they fell agonizingly short, losing 105–104 to the New York Knicks. Victor Wembanyama came to the postgame press conference to talk about the game but shockingly couldn’t recall much, saying [...]
"Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs suffered a heartbreaking 105-104 loss to the New York Knicks in Game 2, as New York escaped with a one-point victory. The loss ultimately leaves Wembanyama facing a 0-2 hole in his first NBA Finals appearance.
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External links- ESPNJun 7, 2026, 10:06 PMWemby, Spurs undaunted by 0-2 hole vs. Knicks
Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs are remaining confident in their chances despite an 0-2 deficit in the NBA Finals with Game 3 set for Monday at Madison Square Garden.
- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 7:53 PMVictor Wembanyama Shockingly Can’t Recall Much from Game 2, Claims It’s “Still Very Blurry” as Spurs Fall to Knicks
Game 2 of the NBA Finals took place on Friday, June 6, 2026, a must-win for the San Antonio Spurs after dropping the opener. Instead, they fell agonizingly short, losing 105–104 to the New York Knicks. Victor Wembanyama came to the postgame press conference to talk about the game but shockingly couldn’t recall much, saying [...]
- The Guardian SportJun 6, 2026, 3:22 PM‘I messed up’: Wembanyama rues late mistakes after heartbreaking Spurs loss
Knicks edge Spurs 105-104 to take 2-0 NBA finals lead Wembanyama made costly turnover in final seconds No team has won finals after losing first two at home San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama could barely remember the details of the late-game miscues that cost the Spurs in their agonizing 105-104 loss to the New York Knicks in Game 2 of the NBA finals on Friday. The Spurs used a 14-0 scoring run to erase a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit and briefly took a one-point lead before it all fell apart. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 11:15 AM‘We Needed to Win That Game’ — Victor Wembanyama Takes Blame As Spurs Drop Game 2 of NBA Finals vs. Knicks
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs suffered a heartbreaking 105-104 loss to the New York Knicks in Game 2, as New York escaped with a one-point victory. The loss ultimately leaves Wembanyama facing a 0-2 hole in his first NBA Finals appearance.
- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 4:21 AMWatch Wemby's would-be game-winner rim out as Knicks survive Spurs rally in NBA Finals Game 2
San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama had a final chance to even the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks in Game 2. It wasn't meant to be.
- Sky Sports—AGONY for Wembanyama as Knicks win Game 2 after epic ending!
Victor Wembanyama endured a nightmare ending to Game 2 of the NBA Finals as the San Antonio Spurs lost out to the New York Knicks.
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