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The New York Knicks are inching closer to an NBA title, having defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-104 on Friday, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the playoff finals. The team is now on a remarkable 13-game winning streak – the second-longest in NBA playoff history.
The New York squad, who had already secured a 105-95 victory in Game 1, once again outplayed the Texans on their home court. They now stand just two wins away from clinching their third championship, following their triumphs in 1970 and 1973. The Knicks held a 56-52 lead at halftime.
The hosts nearly pulled off a stunning comeback, but a crucial error from Victor Wembanyama prevented them from leveling the series. The French phenom passed the ball to Stephon Castle, who had his back turned, allowing Jalen Brunson to convert a free throw that put his team ahead with 9.5 seconds remaining. Wembanyama then missed a shot in the final seconds, forcing the Spurs to accept a painful defeat.
Karl-Anthony Towns destacou-se com 21 pontos e 13 ressaltos, enquanto Brunson e Mikal Bridges marcaram 20 pontos cada para os Knicks.
With this second road victory, the Knicks have nullified the Spurs' home-court advantage and will now bring the best-of-seven series back to their home arena, Madison Square Garden.
The series continues in New York, where the Knicks could potentially be crowned champions if they win Games 3 and 4, scheduled for Monday and Wednesday.
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