Jalen Brunson's heroics carry Knicks to Game 1 win over Spurs in NBA Finals
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Key Points:
- The New York Knicks overcame a 14-point third-quarter deficit to win Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, 105-95.
- Jalen Brunson, despite a poor shooting night and a right leg injury, dominated the fourth quarter with 13 points, leading an 11-0 run that sealed the victory.
- Brunson struggled early, shooting 7-for-22 overall and 1-for-8 from three-point range before taking over in the final minutes with clutch plays and free throws.
- Spurs star Victor Wembanyama scored seven of a 9-0 Spurs run to briefly regain the lead but was hampered by a left leg injury during the game.
- Key contributions also came from Karl-Anthony Towns with 18 points and 12 rebounds, Landry Shamet with 13 points off the bench, and OG Anunoby who scored 17 points, including 12 in the fourth quarter.