Knicks take Game 2 against Spurs in NBA Finals; New York celebrates as fever grips city

The New York Knicks secured a thrilling 105-104 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Friday, June 5, 2026, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the championship series. Jalen Brunson sealed the win with a crucial free throw late in the game, after a costly turnover by Spurs star Victor Wembanyama. Wembanyama then missed a potential game-winning jumper as time expired.

The Knicks' win extends their remarkable postseason run to 13 consecutive victories, matching one of the longest single-season playoff winning streaks in NBA history. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 21 points and 13 rebounds, while Brunson and Mikal Bridges each contributed 20 points. Wembanyama, despite a quiet first half, finished with 29 points for the Spurs.

With the series now shifting to Madison Square Garden in New York, the Knicks are in a strong position, becoming only the third team in NBA Finals history to win the first two games on the road. The Spurs face an uphill battle, as no team has ever won the NBA trophy after dropping the first two games of the finals at home.