New York, NY – The New York Knicks executed a monumental comeback on June 10, 2026, overcoming a 29-point deficit to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. The victory, sealed by an OG Anunoby tip-in with 1.2 seconds remaining, gave the Knicks a commanding 3-1 series lead. The stunning turnaround prompted widespread disbelief, with Congressman Ted Lieu remarking on social media, > "How is it possible that the Spurs are ahead by 29 points earlier in game 4, but then lose later in game 4 to the Knicks? Just statistically impossible. Baskets at the beginning should be worth more than baskets at the end right? Game must have been rigged."
The Spurs had dominated the first half, establishing a 27-point lead by halftime and extending it to 81-52 in the third quarter, appearing to be on track for a comfortable win. However, the Knicks, fueled by Jalen Brunson's 36 points and Anunoby's 33, mounted a relentless rally, outscoring San Antonio 58-30 in the second half. This comeback marks the largest in an NBA Finals game since detailed play-by-play records began in 1997, surpassing the previous record of 24 points.
Spurs coach Mitch Johnson expressed disappointment, noting his young team "got on our heels" and "missed some shots" during their collapse. Star rookie Victor Wembanyama, despite contributing 24 points and 13 rebounds, struggled with his shooting, going 9 for 25 from the field. The Spurs, who had been red-hot from beyond the arc in the first half, cooled significantly, making only 3 of 17 three-point attempts in the second half.
The Knicks' resilience, a hallmark of their season, was on full display as they weathered the storm and capitalized on the Spurs' late-game struggles. The victory puts New York one win away from their first NBA championship since 1973, with Game 5 scheduled to take place in San Antonio. The historic nature of the comeback underscores the unpredictable drama inherent in high-stakes basketball.
