The New York Knicks overcame a 29-point deficit to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals [1, 2].
The victory places the Knicks on the verge of a championship and marks the largest comeback in the history of the NBA Finals [2, 3].
The game took place Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Madison Square Garden in New York City [4, 5]. The Knicks trailed significantly for much of the contest before mounting a rally that culminated in the final seconds of the game.
OG Anunoby sealed the victory with a tip-in shot made with only 1.2 seconds remaining on the clock [1, 2]. The final score stood at 107-106 in favor of New York [2].
With this result, the Knicks now hold a 3-1 lead in the series [3]. The team needs only one more win to secure the title.
The rally represents a historic shift in momentum for the series. The Spurs held a commanding lead for the majority of the evening, but the Knicks' defensive adjustments and offensive surge allowed them to close a gap of 29 points [1].
“The New York Knicks erased a 29-point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106.”
A 3-1 series lead in the NBA Finals provides a massive statistical advantage, as very few teams in league history have successfully recovered from such a deficit. By erasing a historic 29-point lead, the Knicks have not only gained a mathematical edge but have also inflicted a significant psychological blow on the San Antonio Spurs heading into Game 5.
