Knicks Overcome Slow Start to Win in San Antonio
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 on Thursday at Frost Bank Center, overcoming an early deficit behind a 30-point performance from Jalen Brunson. The visiting Knicks improved their record to 53-29, while the home Spurs fell to 62-20 in front of an attendance of 18,835.
Game Flow and Quarter Breakdown
San Antonio controlled the early tempo, taking a 27-19 lead after the first quarter. The Spurs maintained a slight edge through the second, scoring 28 points to New York's 29, entering halftime with a narrow advantage. However, the momentum shifted in the second half.
The Knicks outscored the Spurs 28-21 in the third quarter to take control of the game. New York closed out the victory with a 29-19 fourth quarter, securing the 10-point margin.
Top Performers for New York
Jalen Brunson was the standout player for the Knicks, leading all scorers with 30 points. Josh Hart provided a critical double-double presence for the visitors, recording 15 rebounds and 6 assists. The Knicks' ability to limit San Antonio's scoring in the final two quarters proved decisive in securing the road win.
Spurs Stat Lines and Final Outcome
For the Spurs, Victor Wembanyama led the team with 26 points and added 12 rebounds. De'Aaron Fox contributed 5 assists to the San Antonio effort. Despite a strong start that saw them lead after the first quarter, the Spurs could not maintain their pace against the Knicks' second-half surge.
The final score of 105-95 reflected the shift in momentum that occurred after the intermission, as New York's defense tightened and their offense found its rhythm in the final 24 minutes.
