NEW YORK, NY – New York is officially on the brink of history. Following a thrilling 105-104 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 2 on Friday night, the New York Knicks are returning to Madison Square Garden with a commanding 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals.
This marks the first time in franchise history that the Knicks have ever held a 2-0 lead in the championship series.
Brunson Clutches Game 2 Victory
The Knicks managed to hold off a furious fourth-quarter comeback by the Spurs. With just 9.5 seconds left on the clock, guard Jalen Brunson sank a go-ahead free throw following a crucial turnover by San Antonio’s Victor Wembanyama.
Wembanyama missed a potential game-winning jumper as time expired, sealing the Knicks’ 13th consecutive playoff victory—the second-longest streak in NBA postseason history.
Balanced Attack Carries New York
Karl-Anthony Towns anchored the Knicks’ offense, dominating the paint with 21 points and 13 rebounds. Despite a tough shooting night, Jalen Brunson contributed 20 points, while Mikal Bridges also chipped in 20.
The Spurs were led by Wembanyama, who bounced back from a quiet first half to score 29 points, alongside De’Aaron Fox’s 20 points.
Historic Context
The Knicks are now only the third team in NBA history to win the first two games of the Finals on the road, joining:
- The 1993 Chicago Bulls
- The 1995 Houston Rockets
Both of those legendary squads went on to win the NBA championship. New York is now looking to secure its first title since 1973.
Game 3 Ticket Prices Rocket Past $9,000
The series now shifts to Manhattan for Game 3 on Monday night. The hype in NYC has reached an absolute fever pitch, with secondary market ticket prices for even the worst seats at Madison Square Garden approaching $9,000 apiece.
Adding to the spectacle, President Donald Trump is expected to attend the historic Monday night matchup.
