How the Knicks stole Game 1 right under Spurs star Victor Wembanyama’s nose
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals in San Antonio on Wednesday, overcoming a 14-point second-half deficit to take a 1-0 series lead.
Jalen Brunson scored 30 points despite a cold shooting night and a knee injury, going 5-of-9 in the fourth quarter.
Karl-Anthony Towns posted 18 points and 12 rebounds, Josh Hart finished with 15 rebounds and a plus-22 rating, and OG Anunoby added 17 points.
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