Knicks edge Spurs 105-104 to take 2-0 NBA Finals lead behind Brunson's late free throw
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Tim Reynolds
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Summary
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-104 to take a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson hit the go-ahead free throw with 9.5 seconds left after a Victor Wembanyama turnover, and Wembanyama missed a potential game-winner at the buzzer. Karl-Anthony Towns recorded 21 points and 13 rebounds, while Brunson and Mikal Bridges each scored 20. The Knicks have now won 13 straight games, the second-longest playoff winning streak in NBA history.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledGo crazy, New York. Or, perhaps more accurately, crazier.
Jalen Brunson hit a go-ahead free throw with 9.5 seconds left after a turnover by Victor Wembanyama moments earlier, then Wembanyama missed a jumper at the end of New York's 105-104 win
The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations.
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