Madison Square Garden witnessed an extraordinary turnaround Wednesday night as the New York Knicks overcame a 29-point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals. The victory gives New York a 3-1 series lead and brings the franchise one win away from its first championship since 1973.
San Antonio dominated the early stages. Victor Wembanyama controlled both ends of the floor, the Spurs moved the ball efficiently, and the Knicks struggled with missed shots and slow defensive rotations. By late in the second quarter, New York trailed by 29 points and the game appeared to be slipping away.
The momentum shifted in the third quarter. The Knicks improved on defense, won more loose balls, forced turnovers and tightened their rebounding. Madison Square Garden’s crowd became louder and more influential, reacting to each stop and score and helping fuel New York’s rally. Celebrity spectators and former players, who had filled courtside seats, were visibly affected as the comeback progressed.
Jalen Brunson provided leadership throughout the run, managing the game’s pace, making decisive plays and maintaining composure under pressure. The final, defining moment came in the closing seconds when OG Anunoby tipped the ball into the basket after a rebound chance, securing the one-point win and igniting a celebration across the arena.
While the win is historic and shifts momentum heavily toward New York, the series is not over. The Spurs remain a capable opponent with a generational talent in Wembanyama and the potential to respond in Game 5. For now, the Knicks have delivered a dramatic, franchise-defining victory that will be remembered by fans and observers — and it offers a few clear lessons for students of the game about resilience, crowd influence and late-game execution.
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