Knicks rally from 14 down, beat Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 of NBA Finals behind Brunson's 30 points
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Tim Reynolds
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Summary
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, extending their playoff winning streak to 12 games. Jalen Brunson led with 30 points, including 13 in the fourth quarter, as the Knicks overcame a 14-point second-half deficit. Karl-Anthony Towns posted a double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds, while Victor Wembanyama struggled with his shooting despite 26 points and 12 rebounds for the Spurs.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledJalen Brunson scored 30 points, Karl-Anthony Towns finished with 18 points and 12 rebounds, and the Knicks erased a 14-point second-half deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 of the finals on Wednesday night.
OG Anunoby had 17 points for New York — which has won 12 consecutive playoff games, the seventh team to have such a streak in NBA history.
Victor Wembanyama had 26 points and 12 rebounds for the Spurs, but he shot 6 for 21 from the field in his finals debut.
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