The New York Knicks overcame a 29-point deficit to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, taking a 3-1 series lead and moving within one win of the franchise’s first championship since 1973.
San Antonio controlled the early game, with Victor Wembanyama dominating and the Spurs executing efficiently on offense and defense. By late in the second quarter, New York trailed by 29 points and looked headed for a loss. The crowd at Madison Square Garden, however, remained engaged and played a role in shifting momentum. In the third quarter the Knicks tightened their defense, forced turnovers, improved rebounding and gradually closed the gap as the arena grew louder.
Jalen Brunson provided steady leadership throughout the comeback, managing the pace and making decisive plays down the stretch. The decisive moment came in the final seconds when OG Anunoby tipped the ball through the rim after an inbound sequence, putting New York ahead and triggering a furious celebration.
The result gives the Knicks a commanding 3-1 series advantage, but the Spurs remain a threat—Wembanyama is still a dominant player and San Antonio has shown resilience this season. The series now heads to San Antonio for Game 5, where the Knicks will have an opportunity to clinch the championship.
Originally published on The Hoop Doctors.
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