NEW YORK — The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-104 in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Friday, taking a 2-0 series lead, according to the NBA.
The Knicks won both opening games on the road at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. Game 1 ended 105-95 in favor of New York on June 3.
Karl-Anthony Towns recorded 21 points and 13 rebounds for the Knicks, while Jalen Brunson contributed key plays despite shooting challenges, NBA game statistics show. Victor Wembanyama led efforts for the Spurs but missed a potential game-winning shot in the final moments.
The Spurs mounted a fourth-quarter comeback from a 14-point deficit but fell short. The Knicks extended their postseason winning streak with the victory.
Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau praised his team's resilience after the game. “We found a way to get stops when we needed them most,” he said, according to postgame reports.
The series features a matchup between the Eastern Conference-leading Knicks and the Western Conference's Spurs. New York advanced to the Finals for the first time since 1999, while San Antonio returned to the championship round with a young core led by Wembanyama.
Game 2 remained competitive throughout, with multiple lead changes in the closing minutes. Details on exact statistical breakdowns for all players remain available in official NBA box scores.
Spurs coach Gregg Popovich noted the team's fight despite the loss. The Spurs will look to even the series when play shifts to New York.
Game 3 is scheduled for Monday, June 8, at Madison Square Garden, with tip-off set for 8:30 p.m. ET and broadcast on ABC. The Knicks hold home-court advantage for the remainder of the series if necessary.
Both teams have expressed focus on the next game, with no major injuries reported that would impact availability. The NBA Finals continue until one team secures four victories.
