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Brunson’s 36 Sparks 29-Point Knicks Comeback, 3-1 Lead

6/13/2026

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Summary

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Jalen Brunson led a 29-point comeback, scoring 36 points as the New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals.
The win gave the Knicks a 3-1 series lead, one win from their first title since 1973, and their fifth 20-plus-point comeback in two postseasons (record 5-3).
Magic Johnson praised Brunson’s intelligence and toughness on ESPN’s Get Up, saying the performance “doesn’t surprise” him.

History

Historical Context

In 1973 the New York Knicks, led by Willis Reed and Walt Frazier, defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 4-1 to claim their second and, to date, last NBA championship. That team featured five regular starters later inducted into the Hall of Fame, a distinction still unique as of 2025. The 2026 Finals comeback by Jalen Brunson recalls the Knicks’ historic resilience after the 1972 loss.

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Story summary

Jalen Brunson led a 29-point comeback, scoring 36 points as the New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals.
The win gave the Knicks a 3-1 series lead, one win from their first title since 1973, and their fifth 20-plus-point comeback in two postseasons (record 5-3).
Magic Johnson praised Brunson’s intelligence and toughness on ESPN’s Get Up, saying the performance “doesn’t surprise” him.

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