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Knicks stage largest comeback in NBA finals history against Spurs

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 5:30 PM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Knicks stage largest comeback in NBA finals history against Spurs

Summary

The New York Knicks made history by staging the largest comeback in NBA Finals history, overcoming the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 on June 10. Trailing late in the game, the Knicks rallied to secure a crucial victory, now leading the series 3-1. This significant turnaround has generated excitement in New York, with fans celebrating the team's performance and expressing optimism about the potential for a championship win. The Knicks are one game away from clinching the title.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks rallied to win Game 4 against the Spurs.
•The Knicks now lead the series 3-1.
•Fans celebrated the historic comeback and chanted for 'Knicks in five!'
•Game 4 took place on June 10.

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5:30 PMThe Guardian Sport — ‘Thank God for the Knicks’: New Yorkers abuzz after historic Game 4 comeback

What they're saying

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Largest comeback in NBA finals history galvanizes city and inspires morning-after chants of: ‘Knicks in five!’ New Yorkers woke up on Thursday morning – those who had even slept in the city that never sleeps – still jubilant after the Knicks men’s basketball team had made history the night before. The team staged the largest comeback in NBA finals history to overcome the San Antonio Spurs in the dying seconds of the fourth game of the finals – and put themselves 3-1 up and within one game of a rare championship win. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Anna Betts and Bryan Armen Graham in New York City

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