Greatest Comeback or Greatest Collapse? Breaking Down Knicks-Spurs Game 4
Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the New York Knicks' historic 29-point comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby's starring roles in the victory, the growing Finals MVP debate, and whether the game should be remembered as the greatest comeback in Finals history or one of the greatest collapses by a team on the championship stage.
The New York Knicks pulled off the largest comeback in NBA Finals history in Game 4, rallying from a 29-point deficit to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 107–106 and take a commanding 3–1 series lead. The Spurs appeared in complete control for much of the game, but New York stormed back in the second half behind Jalen Brunson, who finished with 36 points and 7 assists while orchestrating the offense throughout the comeback. OG Anunoby was equally crucial, scoring 33 points, knocking down key shots, and ultimately delivering the game's defining moment when he tipped in a missed Brunson attempt with about a second remaining to give the Knicks the lead. Victor Wembanyama starred for San Antonio with 24 points, 13 rebounds, and 3 blocks, but the Spurs struggled offensively after building their huge lead and were unable to stop New York's surge. The victory leaves the Knicks just one win away from their first NBA championship since 1973 and has intensified the Finals MVP debate, with Brunson receiving credit for driving the comeback and Anunoby making a strong case as the Knicks' best two-way player and the author of the series' most memorable play. Was this the greatest comeback or the greatest collapse?
