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Jun 13, 2026
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New York Gripped by Basketball Fever as Knicks Make Furious Comeback

AI Summary
The New York Knicks' furious comeback against the San Antonio Spurs has gripped the city with basketball fever, with fans and celebrities alike celebrating the team's 107-106 victory.

The Knicks' Thrilling Victory

After the New York Knicks' furious comeback over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night, the last place anyone in the city wanted to be was at home. Taylor Swift and Larry David were among the celebrities who lingered at Madison Square Garden after the final buzzer sounded on the 107-106 victory as Frank Sinatra's New York, New York washed over the arena.

Celebrations Erupt Across the City

No city advocates for its own self-importance quite like New York – seat of global finance, capital of media, centre of the universe. On Wednesday, it did not have to. Not after OG Anunoby tipped in a last-gasp shot with 1.2 seconds left to give the Knicks the lead for good. The play, already being called “the other Hand of God” in some corners of the city, did not just seal the largest ever comeback in the NBA playoffs, put New York 3-1 up in the best-of-seven series and move them within reach of their first championship in 53 years.

The Data Behind the Frenzy

  • 107-106: The Knicks' victory margin
  • 1.2 seconds: The time left on the clock when Anunoby made the winning shot
  • 3-1: The Knicks' lead in the best-of-seven series

The Impact on the City

Online, a photo of a plane full of passengers all locked into the game – save for one guy streaming Avatar – made the rounds. And a clip from an NBA finals watch party in Irvine, California, showed members of the US men’s national soccer team, interrupting their preparation for the World Cup, erupt when Anunoby’s shot went in. Couples with longstanding wedding plans for this weekend are apparently both anticipating and dreading Saturday’s Game 5, the real social event of the season.

The Future Outlook

The Knicks are easy to root for. Jalen Brunson, a 6ft 2in everyman, takes the fight to the 7ft 4in Spurs phenomenon Victor Wembanyama. Brunson was teammates with fellow Knicks Josh Hart and Mikal Bridges on a college dynasty at Villanova, Pennsylvania. Brunson’s father, Rick, is an ex-Knicks reserve turned assistant coach.