In a thrilling matchup, the New York Knicks pulled off a historic comeback to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 during Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in New York. This victory positions the Knicks on the verge of their first championship since 1973. The win gives them a commanding 3-1 lead in the series with three opportunities to clinch the title.
OG Anunoby played a crucial role by tipping in Jalen Brunson’s missed 3-point attempt with just 1.2 seconds left, securing the victory. The comeback seemed unlikely as the Spurs had a 27-point lead at halftime. Jalen Brunson carried much of the load with 36 points, while Anunoby also contributed 33 points. The game witnessed the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history, erasing a 29-point deficit.
Mike Brown, the Knicks’ coach, praised Anunoby’s performance, stating, “I told OG as big, as strong, as athletic as he is, he’s got to be a monster on the offensive glass tonight.” Game 5 is set for Saturday night in San Antonio.
The Spurs initially seemed dominant, with a commanding 81-52 lead in the third quarter. No team had come back from more than 24 points down in a finals game since the Boston Celtics did against the Los Angeles Lakers in 2008. The Knicks’ resilience shined as they overcame this massive deficit.
San Antonio’s early performance was impressive, making 11 of their first 16 3-pointers. Yet, their performance cooled significantly in the second half, where they only managed 3 of 17 from beyond the arc. Knicks fans, ecstatic, sang along to Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin'” in Madison Square Garden during this unforgettable rally.
Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 24 points and 13 rebounds but struggled with his shooting, hitting only 9 of 25 from the field. Despite a strong start, San Antonio couldn’t maintain their momentum. Both teams had won road games prior, marking only the second time road teams won the first three games in a finals series.
Despite the intense security around Madison Square Garden due to recent events involving prominent figures like President Donald Trump and Taylor Swift, the Knicks opted not to host an outdoor watch party. Fans still celebrated exuberantly, particularly after the Knicks’ 13-0 run in the third quarter narrowed the gap.
Even as the Knicks faced setbacks with Stephon Castle’s free throws putting the Spurs back in the lead with 30 seconds left, New York found a path to victory. Their determination echoes a similar comeback from a 22-point deficit earlier in the playoffs against Cleveland.
The Knicks’ defense was critical, restricting the Spurs to just 14 points on 4-for-20 shooting in the pivotal third quarter. While Dylan Harper, De’Aaron Fox, and Devin Vassell each contributed significantly for the Spurs, they will look to recover and force a Game 6 back in New York.
Victor Wembanyama expressed disappointment over the collapse, stating, “I can’t really explain it right now. We clearly weren’t the most hungry in the second half.” Despite a flagrant foul from Mitchell Robinson and a reviewed contact from Jose Alvarado, Wembanyama remained composed but lamented his missed opportunities, including two crucial free throws.
The Spurs began with a strong 12-2 lead, establishing a trend of first-quarter dominance throughout the series. Julian Champagnie’s sharpshooting extended their reach to 57-32. The Knicks turned the game around with exceptional perseverance, much to the delight of their hopeful fans.
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