Knicks survive late-game surge from Spurs to extend playoff win streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 7:13 AM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
The New York Knicks held off a fierce comeback by the San Antonio Spurs to maintain their playoff win streak, winning Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson's clutch free throw late in the match secured a narrow victory, putting the Knicks two wins away from the championship. The game featured a dramatic shift after the Spurs surged ahead with a 21-5 run, taking a late lead. Despite a rough shooting night from Brunson, contributions from Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges were crucial for the Knicks, who now head home in a strong position in the series.
- •Knicks lead series 2-0 in the NBA Finals.
- •Brunson scores critical free throw to regain lead.
- •Spurs led 104-102 late in the fourth quarter.
- •Towns posts 21 points and 13 rebounds.
- •Next game scheduled in New York on Tuesday.
- 7:13 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Finals: 'Things aren't going to be pretty' — Knicks dig deep to survive Game 2 brawl and extend playoff win streak to 13
"Jalen Brunson and New York are headed back home two victories away from an NBA championship.
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