The New York Knicks delivered one of the most dramatic victories in franchise history Wednesday night, erasing a 29-point deficit to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden.
The comeback, reported as the largest in NBA Finals history, gave New York a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series and moved the franchise within one victory of its first NBA championship since 1973.
The Knicks trailed by 29 points during a first half dominated by San Antonio. The Spurs appeared in control behind strong play from Victor Wembanyama, who finished with 24 points and 13 rebounds.
New York responded after halftime with a surge fueled by Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby. Brunson scored 36 points and added seven assists, while Anunoby finished with 33 points and connected on seven 3-pointers.
The game came down to the final seconds. After a missed Brunson shot, Anunoby tipped the ball into the basket at the buzzer, sending the sellout crowd at Madison Square Garden into celebration.
Fans erupted as the final horn sounded, waving towels and chanting throughout the arena. The victory capped a night that drew a star-studded crowd and widespread attention across New York City.
The Knicks struggled early as San Antonio shot efficiently and built what appeared to be a commanding lead. But New York gradually cut into the deficit behind improved defense and timely shooting. By the fourth quarter, momentum had shifted completely.
Following the win, celebrations spilled into streets, bars, and public gathering spots across the city as fans celebrated a team now one victory away from ending a championship drought that has lasted more than five decades.
Game 5 is scheduled for Saturday in San Antonio, where the Knicks will have their first opportunity to clinch the NBA title.
