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Knicks rally to beat Spurs in Game 1 of NBA Finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 12:57 PM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Knicks rally to beat Spurs in Game 1 of NBA Finals

Summary

The Knicks defeated the Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on June 4 at Frost Bank Center. This marks their second consecutive playoff game where they staged a comeback after trailing by double digits, as they erased a 14-point deficit in the second half. Karl-Anthony Towns highlighted the resiliency of the team, which showed determination reflecting New York's gritty spirit. The Knicks now lead the series 1-0 and are three wins away from their first championship since 1973.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks overcame a 14-point deficit in the second half.
•Game was held at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
•Karl-Anthony Towns praised team's resilience.
•Knicks are three wins shy of an NBA championship.
•This win marks Knicks' second playoff comeback in a row.

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SAN ANTONIO — Karl-Anthony Towns didn’t hesitate, his stare pierced through shades covering his eyes after the Knicks completed yet another miraculous comeback, their second consecutive Game 1 rally of the playoffs. Only weeks earlier, the Knicks found themselves in far-too familiar territory, down 22 points in the Eastern Conference Finals opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Knicks ...
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