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The Knicks’ Game 1 victory belongs to Karl-Anthony Towns

I don’t want to wait another 26 years to see the New York Knicks play in the NBA Finals. But their Game 1 win was worth every leg of the journey back. Jalen Brunson‘s fourth quarter and Josh Hart‘s four quarters will be the story of the game for many, and rightfully so.

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Jalen Brunson’s Former Coach Uses Iconic Movie Reference to Describe His Clutch Playoff Performances

We are not talking about just Jalen Brunson anymore. He is now the playoff Brunson. The same player, but with a completely different personality. A personality that even the people who knew him before the spotlight are going above and beyond to describe.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / June 5

Final Injury Report for Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals Game 2: Will Jalen Brunson, Mitchell Robinson Play?

The New York Knicks are on the road Friday night as they travel to take on the San Antonio Spurs in Game 2 of the NBA Finals. New York enters Friday’s game with a 1-0 series lead after defeating San Antonio on the road in Game 1 Wednesday night.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Wire / June 5

Knicks Notes: Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart

Karl-Anthony Towns may have been the biggest reason the Knicks walked away with a Game 1 victory. While Jalen Brunson grabbed most of the headlines after scoring 30 points, Towns quietly controlled large portions of the game at both ends of the floor.

Jalen Brunson News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

How many of the most recent players to score at least 30 points in an NBA Finals game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?NOTE: The Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, have never made the NBA Finals, while no Kings player scored 30 in their lone appearance (1951).

The '600-point NBA postseasons' quiz

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'NBA Finals-winning coaches' quiz

Jose Alvarado News / New York Knicks on SI / June 5

Jose Alvarado Is Making the Most of His New York Homecoming

The talk of the town after the New York Knicks theatrical 105-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals has rightfully been about Jalen Brunson’s fourth-quarter heroics.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Charles Oakley News / AirJordanChronicles / June 5

'Throwing Michael Jordan Under the Bus': Charles Oakley Blasts NBA Commissioner Over Knicks Feud Remarks

Charles Oakley was the heartbeat of Madison Square Garden for a number of years, but now that the Knicks are pursuing their first title in years, he still cannot walk through the arena.

New York Knicks News / HITC / June 5

Jalen Brunson’s strong decision on being around Larry O’Brien trophy until Knicks win NBA Finals

Jalen Brunson is close enough to the Larry O’Brien Trophy to see it, but he does not seem ready to share space with it until the Knicks actually win it.

NBA News / Action Network / June 5

NBA Finals Same Game Parlay for Knicks vs Spurs Game 2

Despite being down 14 points in the second quarter, the Knicks rallied for a 105-95 victory in Game 1 to snatch away home-court advantage. Jalen Brunson led the way, scoring 13 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 5

Jalen Brunson gets Morgan Freeman comp from high school coach

Jalen Brunson is in the prime of life with the chance to really solidify his place in basketball lore. The New York Knicks are in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 and are up 1-0 against the San Antonio Spurs.

NBA News / Action Network / June 5

NBA Finals Game Leader Props: 4 Plus-Money Wagers for Friday, June 5

The New York Knicks got the clutch points when they mattered most, as they rallied from a 14-point deficit to defeat the Spurs on the road. San Antonio even held a 95-94 lead with 2:16 remaining in the fourth quarter, but could only watch as New York scored the game’s final 11 points to wrap things up.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

New York Knicks News / HITC / June 5

Charles Barkley says Jalen Brunson can become the greatest free agent signing in NBA history

Charles Barkley believes Jalen Brunson can turn a mocked Knicks gamble into the greatest free agent signing the NBA has ever seen. That sounds extreme until the full New York context is considered.

Mitchell Robinson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 5

Is Mitchell Robinson playing Friday night? Knicks vs. Spurs 2026 NBA Finals Game 2 injury report

The New York Knicks are up 1-0 in the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, and they’ll be looking to steal another one on the road for Game 2. It was a masterful fourth quarter for the Knicks, as they walked down the Spurs in the final minutes to seal the deal.

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The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

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The 'Most field goals-per-game by playoffs' quiz

The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

New York Knicks News / HITC / June 5

New York faces World Cup and Knicks traffic test on same day

New York officials are preparing for a rare sporting overlap on June 16, when France vs Senegal is due to take place at MetLife Stadium and a possible Knicks vs Spurs NBA Finals Game 6 could follow later at Madison Square Garden.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / June 5

The Knicks Are Already Capitalizing on Wemby's Biggest Weakness

Though the Knicks entered the NBA Finals hearing all about Victor Wembanyama's greatness, they looked more than up to the challenge in Game 1. The generational talent was limited to 6-of-21 shooting by New York's hounding defense, and his Spurs-high 26 points were mostly carried by a friendly whistle that led to 12 made free throws.

Kendrick Perkins News / HITC / June 5

Kendrick Perkins hails former lawyer who is the defensive ‘mastermind’ of the New York Knicks

Kendrick Perkins used the NBA Finals spotlight to praise Darren Erman, the former lawyer who has become one of the Knicks’ most important defensive voices.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 5

Knicks legends beefing: Charles Oakley calls Patrick Ewing a ‘coward’

Charles Oakley has reignited his longstanding feud with former New York Knicks teammate Patrick Ewing, labeling him a “coward” during a recent TMZ Sports interview.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 5

Knicks rumors: 2 intriguing New York draft targets emerge amid NBA Finals

After a stunning performance in Game 1, the New York Knicks will look to take a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs when they battle in Game 2 at Frost Bank Center on Friday.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / June 5

Knicks' Landry Shamet is already winning the NBA Finals

Eight months ago, Shamet was facing NBA unemployment. Wednesday, he played 33 minutes in an NBA Finals game.

Josh Hart, Knicks present unique challenge for Spurs in Game 2

Jalen Brunson gives injury updates after leading Knicks to Game 1 NBA Finals win over Spurs

Winners, losers from Game 1 of NBA Finals: 'Brunson barrage' lifts Knicks to win

The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / June 5

Knicks Ticket Prices For The NBA Finals Start At $7,650; Almost 100% More Expensive After Resilient Win

The New York Knicks stunned the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals with a resilient 105-95 win despite being down by as many as 14 points in the second half.

James Dolan News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 4

MSG owner James Dolan believes Knicks will bring NBA Championship home

James Dolan has faith in the New York Knicks. The Madison Square Garden owner shared that he believes this Knicks team has enough skill to bring the NBA Championship home and beat the San Antonio Spurs.

Jalen Brunson News / Larry Brown Sports / June 4

Jalen Brunson has an unusual superstition during the NBA Finals

Jalen Brunson is trying his absolute best not to test the basketball gods. The New York Knicks star point guard Brunson has developed an unusual superstition during this year’s NBA Finals.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Knicks Fan Arrested by Police After Game 1 Celebration

The City of New York has been wild during its 2026 NBA playoffs run. The New York Knicks are currently on a 12-game postseason winning streak. They traveled to the Frost Bank Center to face the San Antonio Spurs for Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday.