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Wembanyama, Spurs nearly complete comeback in Game 2 loss to Knicks

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Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Wembanyama, Spurs nearly complete comeback in Game 2 loss to Knicks
Summary

The San Antonio Spurs faced the New York Knicks in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on June 5. The Spurs staged a comeback after trailing by 14 points in the fourth quarter and tied the game at 104, led by Victor Wembanyama's three-point play. However, the final moments saw Wembanyama's critical mistake after grabbing a rebound, leading to a foul on Jalen Brunson. The Knicks held on for a narrow 105-104 victory, giving them a 2-0 series lead. The Spurs will travel to New York for Game 3 on June 8, needing a win to stay alive in the series.

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By the Numbers
  • •Spurs were down 14 points midway through the fourth quarter.
  • •Wembanyama averaged 27.5 points in the finals but shooting only 41%.
  • •Game 3 is scheduled for June 8 in New York.
  • •The Spurs have yet to win a game in the finals.
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  • 4:49 AMYahoo Sports — A comeback to savor, a finish to forget. Wemby and the Spurs let Game 2 of the NBA Finals get away
What they're saying
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Victor Wembanyama described himself in a rather unusual way when Game 2 of the NBA Finals was over on Friday night. “Very blurry,” Wembanyama said. The San Antonio Spurs' situation, though, is very clear.

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