Did the Knicks win last night? Yes, and they did it in the most dramatic way possible. New York beat the San Antonio Spurs 107 to 106 in Game 4, completing the largest comeback in NBA Finals history.
The Knicks were down 29 points. They looked finished. Then OG Anunoby tipped in a miss with 1.2 seconds left to win it. Here is the whole story, fast and clear.
| 107-106 Final score | 29 Points down at the worst | 3-1 Knicks lead the series |
The Short Version
- Final score: Knicks 107, Spurs 106, at Madison Square Garden.
- The Knicks erased a 29-point deficit, the biggest comeback ever in an NBA Finals game.
- OG Anunoby won it with a tip-in with 1.2 seconds left.
- New York now leads the best-of-seven series 3 to 1.
- Game 5 is Saturday in San Antonio, where the Knicks can clinch their first title since 1973.
The Key Fact: No team had ever come back from more than 24 points down in a Finals game. The Knicks came back from 29. That is why this one goes straight into the history books.
What Happened in Game 4
For most of the night, this looked like a Spurs blowout. San Antonio came out red hot and built a huge lead. By halftime they were up 76 to 49, a 27-point cushion, and the crowd at MSG feared the worst.
Then the second half flipped everything. The Knicks locked in on defense, held the Spurs to just 14 points in the third quarter, and clawed all the way back. The comeback was on.
As the Associated Press reported, the finish was pure chaos. With seconds left, Jalen Brunson missed a long three. The ball bounced off the front of the rim, and Anunoby soared in to tip it home with 1.2 seconds on the clock.
The Wild Part: The Spurs led 81 to 52 in the third quarter. That is a 29-point hole. From there, the Knicks outscored San Antonio 58 to 30 in the second half to steal the game.
The Heroes of the Night
Two players carried New York back from the dead. Here is what they did.
OG Anunoby, the Game-Winner
Anunoby was the steady force all night, then the hero at the end. He finished with 33 points on red-hot shooting, going 10 of 15 from the field and 7 of 9 from three, plus 4 rebounds. His tip-in is already a Garden legend.
Jalen Brunson, the Engine
Brunson started ice cold, missing all four of his shots in the first quarter. He warmed up to lead all scorers with 36 points, adding 7 assists and 3 steals to power the rally.
In Their Words: Knicks coach Mike Brown called it the most iconic shot in the history of New York basketball. Center Karl-Anthony Towns put it simply: right hand from God.
How the Spurs Let It Slip
San Antonio was sensational early, then went stone cold. The collapse came down to shooting and the clock.
- The Spurs set an NBA Finals record with 14 three-pointers in the first half.
- They made 11 of their first 16 threes, then missed badly, going 3 of 17 the rest of the way.
- They scored just 14 points in the third quarter and 16 in the fourth, only 30 in the whole second half.
Dylan Harper led the Spurs with 21 points, while De’Aaron Fox and Devin Vassell each added 18. It was not enough once their shots stopped falling.
What This Means for the Series
This was not just a thrilling win, it was a massive swing. The Knicks now lead the series 3 to 1 and are one win away from the title.
New York has just two championships in its 80-year history, and had not even reached the Finals since 1999. Now the franchise is on the edge of its first title since 1973.
Heads Up: Game 5 is Saturday night in San Antonio. The Knicks can clinch the championship there. The Spurs must win to stay alive, then take Games 6 and 7 to complete a comeback of their own.
| Game | Result | Series |
| Game 1 | Knicks won 105-95 | NY leads 1-0 |
| Game 2 | Knicks won 105-104 | NY leads 2-0 |
| Game 3 | Spurs won 115-111 | NY leads 2-1 |
| Game 4 | Knicks won 107-106 | NY leads 3-1 |
| Game 5 | Saturday, in San Antonio | NY can clinch |
Frequently Asked Questions
Did the Knicks Win Last Night
Yes. The New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 107 to 106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. They completed the largest comeback in Finals history, erasing a 29-point deficit, with OG Anunoby tipping in the game-winner with 1.2 seconds left.
What Was the Final Score
The final score was Knicks 107, Spurs 106. New York trailed by as many as 29 points and by 27 at halftime. They then outscored San Antonio 58 to 30 in the second half to win it at the buzzer.
Who Hit the Game-Winner for the Knicks
OG Anunoby hit the game-winner. Jalen Brunson missed a long three, the ball bounced off the front of the rim, and Anunoby tipped it in with 1.2 seconds remaining. He finished the night with 33 points.
How Big Was the Comeback
The Knicks came back from 29 points down, the largest comeback in NBA Finals history. No team had ever recovered from more than 24 points down in a Finals game since detailed play-by-play tracking began in 1997.
What Is the Series Score Now
The Knicks lead the best-of-seven series 3 to 1. They won Games 1, 2, and 4, while the Spurs won Game 3. New York is now one win away from the championship.
When Is Game 5
Game 5 is on Saturday night in San Antonio, with an 8:30 p.m. ET tip-off on ABC. The Knicks can clinch the title with a win. The Spurs must win to keep the series going.
Could This Be the Knicks First Title Since 1973
Yes. New York has not won an NBA championship since 1973 and has just two titles in its history. A win in Game 5 would give the Knicks their first championship in 53 years.
How Did Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby Play
Brunson led all scorers with 36 points, 7 assists, and 3 steals, despite missing all four shots in the first quarter. Anunoby added 33 points on 10-of-15 shooting, including 7 of 9 from three, plus the winning tip-in.
