Wembanyama leads Spurs to 115-111 win, Knicks lead NBA Finals 2-1
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Victor Wembanyama scored 32 points, grabbed eight rebounds, and dished six assists in his first NBA Finals win, leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 115-111 victory over the New York Knicks on Monday night. The win cut the Knicks’ lead in the best-of-seven series to 2-1. The Spurs handed the Knicks their first loss in 46 days, snapping a 13-game winning streak that was the second-longest in NBA postseason history. The Knicks had not lost since April 23, a one-point defeat to the Atlanta Hawks. The game was the first NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden since 1999, and the crowd included President Donald Trump, Derek Jeter, and Eli Manning. Spurs coach Mitch Johnson said he expects strong performances from Wembanyama, while Knicks coach Mike Brown complained about a 24-8 free throw attempt disparity in the second half. The Spurs avoided falling into a 3-0 hole, which no NBA team has ever overcome, and can tie the series Wednesday night.
What’s reported
Victor Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds, and six assists in the win.
The Spurs defeated the Knicks 115-111, cutting the Knicks’ series lead to 2-1.
The Knicks’ 13-game winning streak was snapped; their last loss was April 23 to the Atlanta Hawks.
The game was the Knicks’ first home NBA Finals game since 1999.
President Donald Trump, Derek Jeter, and Eli Manning were in attendance.
Spurs coach Mitch Johnson said he expects strong performances from Wembanyama.
Knicks coach Mike Brown complained about a 24-8 free throw attempt advantage for the Spurs in the second half.
Stephon Castle scored 23 points for the Spurs; Jalen Brunson scored 32 and OG Anunoby 28 for the Knicks.
Karl-Anthony Towns was limited to 11 points; Mikal Bridges had foul trouble.
Key figures
Victor Wembanyama, Spurs player
Mitch Johnson, Spurs coach
Mike Brown, Knicks coach
Stephon Castle, Spurs player
De’Aaron Fox, Spurs player
Jalen Brunson, Knicks player
OG Anunoby, Knicks player
Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks player
Mikal Bridges, Knicks player
President Donald Trump, attendee
Derek Jeter, attendee
Eli Manning, attendee
Sources: abcnews.com
