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NBA Finals: Knicks Lead Spurs 2-0 After Game 2 Thriller

NBA Finals: Knicks Lead Spurs 2-0 After Game 2 Thriller

Key Questions

What was the final score of Game 2 in the NBA Finals?

The Knicks defeated the Spurs 105-104 in Game 2, taking a 2-0 series lead. Jalen Brunson delivered a clutch performance while Victor Wembanyama missed a potential game-winner and committed a costly turnover.

Can the Spurs come back from being down 0-2 in the Finals?

No team has ever come back from an 0-2 deficit at home in the NBA Finals. The series momentum heavily favors the Knicks after their two wins.

Who is expected to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals?

Donald Trump is expected at Game 3. The series has drawn historic viewership numbers so far.

What happened with fan taunts during the Finals?

The league investigated fan taunts directed at players, resulting in lifetime bans being issued. Stephen A. Smith had predicted a 2-0 start for the Knicks.

How much did the Knicks trail in the first two games?

The Knicks trailed by as many as 14 points in their Game 1 win and by as many as 12 points in Game 2. Mitchell Robinson was probable for Game 2 after an earlier injury scare.

Knicks won Game 2 105-104, taking a 2-0 series lead. Jalen Brunson was clutch; Victor Wembanyama missed a potential game-winner and committed a costly turnover. No team has ever come back from 0-2 at home in the Finals. Donald Trump expected at Game 3. Game 1 saw Brunson's 30 points and KAT's defense on Wemby. Mitchell Robinson probable for Game 2 after earlier injury scare. League investigated fan taunts; lifetime bans issued. Stephen A. Smith predicted 2-0. Series momentum heavily favors Knicks. Historic viewership numbers. Brunson-Fox stare-down adds drama.

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Updated Jun 6, 2026