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NBA Finals: Brilliant Brunson Leads Surging Knicks to Victory Over Spurs in Game 1
The New York Knicks entered Game 1 of this year’s NBA finals on one of the hottest streaks in playoff history: 11 games won in a row with opponents humiliated, humbled and crushed along the way. On Wednesday night in San Antonio many believed that streak would end as they faced the Spurs, who had knocked out the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the previous round, and are led by Victor Wembanyama.
TL;DR
- The New York Knicks won Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, extending their playoff streak to 12 games.
- Despite trailing by 14 points in the third quarter, the Knicks rallied to win 105-95, with Jalen Brunson scoring 30 points, 13 in the fourth quarter.
- Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 26 points, 12 rebounds, and 3 blocks, but struggled with shooting efficiency (6-of-21).
- OG Anunoby contributed 17 points, with 12 in the fourth quarter, and the Knicks committed no turnovers in the final period.
- The Spurs wilted in the fourth quarter, committing five turnovers and shooting poorly (28.6%).
- The game experienced a brief interruption when a fan ran onto the court.