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OG Anunoby's game-winning tip-in sparks comparisons to Willis Reed

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:08 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

OG Anunoby's game-winning tip-in sparks comparisons to Willis Reed
Summary

OG Anunoby delivered a game-winning tip-in during Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals, aiding the New York Knicks in a dramatic comeback against the San Antonio Spurs. At one point, the Knicks trailed by 29 points. Actor and Knicks fan Ben Stiller likened Anunoby's moment to Willis Reed's iconic Game 7 return in 1970. This win was part of the Knicks’ championship series victory, clinched in five games. Fans are heralding Anunoby's play as one of the franchise's greatest moments.

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  • •Anunoby's tip-in came after Jalen Brunson missed a three-pointer.
  • •The Knicks were down by 29 points during Game 4.
  • •The Knicks defeated the Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals.
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  • 3:08 AMYahoo Sports — Ben Stiller puts OG Anunoby's game-winning tip-in on par with Willis Reed's iconic return
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OG Anunoby is now an icon in New York after his legendary tip-in in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals.

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