Only five NBA playoff 20+ point fourth quarter comebacks recorded since 1997
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 4:16 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Since 1997, there have been only five instances of 20-point comebacks in the fourth quarter during NBA playoff games. Recent examples include the Celtics, Clippers, and Warriors, with the most recent occurring last month when the Knicks executed such a comeback. The Knicks are currently working to replicate this rare achievement in their ongoing playoff campaign.
- •Only five 20+ point fourth quarter comebacks in NBA playoff history since 1997.
- •Celtics, Clippers, and Warriors have previously achieved this feat.
- •The Knicks recorded a 20-point comeback in the playoffs last month.
- •The Knicks are attempting to duplicate this achievement in current playoffs.
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