Brunson scores 30 as Knicks upset Spurs in NBA Finals opener

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: June 4, 2026Country: United States
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Brunson scores 30 as Knicks upset Spurs in NBA Finals opener

Jalen Brunson scored 13 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter, and the New York Knicks overcame a 14-point third-quarter deficit to post a 105-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Karl-Anthony Towns added 18 points and 12 rebounds, while Victor Wembanyama had 26 points and 12 rebounds but shot 6-of-21 from the field. The Knicks won their 12th consecutive playoff game and committed no turnovers in the final period. Game 2 of the best-of-seven series is Friday night in San Antonio.

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