Knicks survive to take 2-0 NBA Finals lead after Jalen Brunson's clutch shot sinks Spurs
The New York Knicks secured a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals after defeating the San Antonio Spurs 105-104 in Game 2. Jalen Brunson's late free throw proved decisive, while Victor Wembanyama missed a crucial jumper for the Spurs. The Knicks are now just two wins away from their first championship since 1973.
- ▪Jalen Brunson hit a go-ahead free throw in the closing seconds of Game 2.
- ▪Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 21 points and 13 rebounds.
- ▪The Knicks have won 13 straight playoff games, the second-longest streak in NBA history.
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NBA Playoffs Knicks survive to take 2-0 NBA Finals lead after Jalen Brunson's clutch shot sinks Spurs Victor Wembanyama missed a late jumper for San Antonio By Chantz Martin Fox News Published June 6, 2026 12:05am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Knicks ‘clearly better’ in Game 1 vs. Spurs, Can Jalen Brunson be slowed down? | The Herd The New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 to take a 1-0 lead in the NBA Finals. Colin Cowherd reacts to the win and asks if the Knicks stole the game, and he wonders if the Spurs can stop Jalen Brunson. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The New York Knicks will return to Madison Square Garden just two wins away from ending their long championship drought.
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