Spurs fans allegedly assault teen outside MSG after Knicks Game 4 win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
A 17-year-old fan was left in a coma following a violent altercation involving San Antonio Spurs supporters outside Madison Square Garden on June 10. The incident occurred after the Knicks' dramatic Game 4 victory in the NBA Finals, where they staged the largest comeback in Finals history, overcoming a 29-point deficit. The confrontation reportedly began when a Spurs fan shouted, "Spurs in 7," which provoked a reaction from Knicks fans, leading to a physical fight. The teenager was hospitalized with serious injuries but is now listed in critical but stable condition. Authorities are searching for those involved in the assault.
- •17-year-old in coma after being assaulted by Spurs fans
- •Altercation occurred post-Knicks victory in Game 4
- •NYPD seeking suspects for gang assault
- •Knicks staged largest comeback in Finals history
- •Post-game celebrations led to multiple arrests
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs Fans Allegedly Beat Teen into Coma Outside Madison Square Garden Following Knicks Victory in Game 4 of Finals: Police
"The fight was captured on a livestream amid celebrations of the Knicks' razor-thin Game 4 victory
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