League: NBA Sport: Basketball Country: United States Category: Scores & Results

Spurs fall to Knicks in Game 2 amid coaching criticism for final moments

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 5:58 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Spurs fall to Knicks in Game 2 amid coaching criticism for final moments

Summary

The San Antonio Spurs lost to the New York Knicks 105-104 in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on June 5, 2026. The Spurs came back from a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter to take a late lead. However, with the game tied, a turnover by Victor Wembanyama led to crucial free throws for the Knicks. Postgame analysis has heavily focused on head coach Mitch Johnson's decision not to call a timeout in the final moments. The Spurs now face a challenging situation heading to Madison Square Garden down 2-0 in the series, with Game 3 scheduled for June 8, 2026.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Spurs rallied from 14 points down to take a late lead.
•Victor Wembanyama committed a late-game turnover.
•Mitch Johnson faced backlash for not calling a timeout.
•Game 3 is scheduled for June 8, 2026.

Latest Updates

5:58 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Coaching Criminality’ – NBA World Rips Spurs HC Mitch Johnson for ‘Disgraceful’ Call In Heartbreaking Game 2 Loss to Knicks

What they're saying

"
Knowing they would be facing the unenviable task of going to New York down 2-0, the Spurs rallied from 14 points down midway through the fourth quarter to take a late lead over the Knicks on Friday night. With the game tied at 104, the Spurs got the stop they needed, but trying to get the ball up court, Spurs’ star Victor Wembanyama threw it away, and Knicks’ guard Jalen Brunson was fouled.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

New York Knicks San Antonio Spurs NBA Basketball