Knicks Steal First Game Of Finals With Torrid Fourth Quarter
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- Sports Money Knicks Steal First Game Of Finals With Torrid Fourth Quarter By John Cassillo,
- It was the Knicks’ 12th straight win of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, and their seventh straight by double digits, dating back to the team’s six-point victory in Game Two of the East Semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers.
- Though the Knicks got off to a hot start on the evening, jumping out to a 14-7 over the first six minutes, the team would quickly cool off.
Sports Money Knicks Steal First Game Of Finals With Torrid Fourth Quarter By John Cassillo,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. L.A.-based lead analyst at The Measure, covering the data behind sports media topics.Follow Author Jun 04, 2026, 12:23am EDTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 16: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks celebrates a three-point basket against the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter in Game Six of the Eastern Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 16, 2025 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe New York Knicks outscored the San Antonio Spurs 29-19 in the fourth quarter to take Game One of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night, 105-95.
It was the Knicks’ 12th straight win of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, and their seventh straight by double digits, dating back to the team’s six-point victory in Game Two of the East Semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers.