New York Knicks take Game 1 of NBA Finals against San Antonio Spurs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:40 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The New York Knicks came from behind to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on June 3, 2026, at Frost Bank Center. Karl-Anthony Towns contributed significantly with a double-double, scoring 18 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Jalen Brunson led the team with 30 points, including a strong fourth quarter. The Knicks had previously swept the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals, raising questions about how the long break would affect their performance. The Knicks' victory gives them an early lead in the best-of-seven series.
- •Game 1 of the NBA Finals took place on June 3, 2026.
- •Knicks came back from a 14-point deficit in the second half.
- •Jalen Brunson scored 30 points, leading the Knicks.
- •Karl-Anthony Towns added 18 points and 12 rebounds.
- •Knicks previously swept the Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals.
- 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Wildcats News: Karl-Anthony Towns and New York Knicks take Game 1 of NBA Finals
"Karl-Anthony Towns helped lead the Knicks to a big Game 1 win in San Antonio.
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