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Mitch Johnson cites mistakes as Spurs face elimination in Game 5

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 9:52 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Mitch Johnson cites mistakes as Spurs face elimination in Game 5
Summary

San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson addresses the team's struggles ahead of Game 5 against the Knicks on June 13. After a historic collapse in Game 4, where the Spurs lost a 29-point lead, Johnson takes responsibility for the team's failures. Despite the setbacks, he expresses confidence in players like De'Aaron Fox. The Spurs are facing a 3-1 series deficit and must win Game 5 to stay alive in the Finals. Johnson emphasizes the need for discipline and execution moving forward.

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By the Numbers
  • •Mitch Johnson acknowledges need for improvement after Game 4.
  • •Spurs surrendered a 29-point lead in historic loss.
  • •Game 5 is set for June 13 against the Knicks.
  • •San Antonio trails the series 3-1.
  • •Johnson expresses confidence in player performance.
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  • 9:52 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals: As San Antonio focuses on keeping season alive, coach Mitch Johnson acknowledges he needs to be better
What they're saying
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There was plenty of blame to go around for the Game 4 collapse, yet Johnson is embracing the task of keeping the Spurs together.

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