NBA Finals: Knicks surge late to steal Game 1 over Spurs, 105-95

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NBA Finals: Knicks surge late to steal Game 1 over Spurs, 105-95 image

By Rafael Bandayrel

The New York Knicks rode a late-game surge to steal Game 1 of the NBA Finals on the road, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 on Thursday (PH time) at the Frost Bank Center.

The Spurs capitalized on their home-court advantage early, starting hot and controlling the tempo throughout the first half. However, the Knicks methodically chipped away at the deficit, eventually tying the game at 76-all to set up a tense fourth quarter.

The final minutes turned into a back-and-forth affair as both teams traded crucial baskets. With under two minutes remaining and the Knicks trailing by one, Jalen Brunson hit a go-ahead three-pointer to put New York up 97-95.

Mikal Bridges extended the lead with two clutch free throws on the following possession, and Brunson followed up with a 14-foot jumper to put the game out of reach.OG Anunoby added two more free throws with 29 seconds left to secure the 10-point victory.

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Brunson led all scorers with 30 points, including the critical late-game buckets. Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 18 points, Anunoby finished with 17, and Landry Shamet provided a spark off the bench with 13 points.

With a 1-0 lead in the series, the Knicks will look to build on their momentum when the teams meet again for Game 2 on Saturday.

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