Key facts
- The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs to take a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals.
Knicks Beat Spurs to Take 2-0 Lead in NBA Finals
IN SHORT
The New York Knicks have taken a commanding 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, putting them two wins away from their first championship in 53 years. A missed game-tying shot by Spurs player Victor Wembanyama sealed the victory for the Knicks.
Key Numbers
2-0NBA Finals series lead
53 yearsChampionship drought for Knicks
34Playoff minutes per game for Brunson
Who's Involved
New York Knicks
Team that secured a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals
San Antonio Spurs
Opponent in the NBA Finals
Victor Wembanyama
Spurs player who missed a potential game-tying shot
Brunson
Knicks starter averaging over 34 minutes in playoffs
↳ Why This Matters
The Knicks' victory puts them on the cusp of an NBA championship, ending a long drought and potentially altering the league's landscape. The Spurs face an uphill battle to recover from a 2-0 deficit against a team that appears to be peaking.