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Knicks take 2-0 lead in NBA Finals against Spurs with close win

NPR • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 5:07 AM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Knicks take 2-0 lead in NBA Finals against Spurs with close win

Summary

The New York Knicks secured a narrow victory over the San Antonio Spurs, leading the NBA Finals 2-0. The game took place on June 6 in San Antonio, with the Knicks now just two wins away from claiming the championship. Key players contributed to a competitive matchup, highlighting the intensity and high stakes of the finals. The series shifts back to New York, where the Knicks will look to build on their momentum in front of their home crowd.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks lead the NBA Finals 2-0.
•Victory came in a tight game on June 6.
•Next game will be played in New York.
•New York seeks its first championship in 53 years.

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The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations.
— NPRby The Associated Press

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