Knicks take 2-0 lead in 2026 NBA Finals over Spurs
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According to a single-source report from sbnation.com, the New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-104 in Game 2 of the 2026 NBA Finals on Friday, taking a 2-0 series lead. The game ended with Spurs center Victor Wembanyama missing a 17-foot shot in the final seconds. On the previous defensive possession, Wembanyama fouled Knicks guard Jalen Brunson, who split a pair of free throws for the deciding points. The article notes that during San Antonio’s prior offensive possession, Wembanyama threw the ball off the back of teammate Stephon Castle, and Brunson gathered the loose ball before the foul. The Knicks have won 13 consecutive playoff victories, and the article describes their development as unique among NBA champions. The series now shifts to New York for Game 3 on Monday.
What’s reported
The Knicks lead the 2026 NBA Finals 2-0 after a 105-104 win in Game 2.
Victor Wembanyama missed a 17-foot shot in the final seconds that would have tied the series.
Jalen Brunson split a pair of free throws for the game-winning points after being fouled by Wembanyama.
On the prior Spurs possession, Wembanyama threw the ball off Stephon Castle’s back; Brunson recovered the loose ball.
The Knicks have won 13 consecutive playoff victories.
Game 3 is scheduled for Monday in New York.
Key figures
Victor Wembanyama, Spurs center, 22 years old, 2024 Rookie of the Year
Jalen Brunson, Knicks guard
Stephon Castle, Spurs guard, 2025 Rookie of the Year
Mike Brown, Knicks head coach, first postseason with the team
Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks player (21 points, 13 rebounds, four assists in Game 2)
De’Aaron Fox, Spurs player
Dylan Harper, Spurs player
C.J. McCollum, player mentioned as part of a previous series
Joel Embiid, player mentioned as part of a previous series
Mikal Bridges, Knicks player
Jose Alvarado, Knicks player
Allan Houston, former Knicks player, seen at the game
Sources: sbnation.com
