Knicks’ Record 29‑Point Comeback Seals Game 4 Thriller in NBA Finals

In a jaw‑dropping Game 4 at Madison Square Garden, the New York Knicks defied the odds to erase a 29‑point deficit and take a 3‑1 lead against the San Antonio Spurs, etching their names in NBA Finals lore.

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A Comeback for the Ages

Trailing by as many as 29 points—81‑52 in the third quarter—the Knicks mounted the most improbable rally in NBA Finals history. No team had ever erased such a large deficit in the championship round; the previous mark was a 24‑point comeback by the Boston Celtics in 2008 . With an electrified crowd at Madison Square Garden amplifying every moment, New York clawed back into contention in a game that will be remembered for generations.

Heroes Rise: Brunson and Anunoby

Jalen Brunson spearheaded the comeback with a masterful 36 points, adding seven assists, five rebounds, and three steals in 44 minutes. His leadership down the stretch anchored the Knicks’ resurgence . OG Anunoby delivered a stunning 33 points on 10‑of‑15 shooting, including the unforgettable tip‑in with 1.2 seconds left—what coach Mike Brown dubbed “the most iconic shot in the history of New York basketball,” and Karl‑Anthony Towns called “right hand from God” .