Jalen Brunson shakes off first-quarter knee scare, scores 30 as Knicks steal Finals Game 1 from Spurs

Jalen Brunson scores 30 points as the Knicks beat the Spurs 105-95 in Game 1, extending their postseason winning streak to 12 consecutive games.
Jalen Brunson shakes off first-quarter knee scare, scores 30 as Knicks steal Finals Game 1 from Spurs

Jalen Brunson shakes off first-quarter knee scare, scores 30 as Knicks steal Finals Game 1 from Spurs Jalen Brunson shook off an apparent first-quarter knee injury to score 30 points and lead the New York Knicks to a 105-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the Finals. Despite falling behind by 13 points in the third quarter, the Knicks rallied, extending their postseason winning streak to 12 consecutive games. The Spurs struggled with their three-point shooting, connecting on only 11 of 43 attempts, while Victor Wembanyama led San Antonio with 26 points.

  • Jalen Brunson scored 30 points to lead the Knicks to a 105-95 win over the Spurs in Game 1 of the Finals.
  • Brunson overcame an apparent first-quarter knee injury and returned to lead the Knicks’ comeback.
  • The Knicks extended their postseason winning streak to 12 consecutive games, tied for second all-time.
  • San Antonio relied heavily on three-point shots, making only 11 of 43 attempts.
  • Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 26 points, but the team struggled offensively.
  • Key contributions from Karl-Anthony Towns, OG Anunoby, Landry Shamet, and José Alvarado supported Brunson’s performance.
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