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New York Knicks Edge Closer to Historic Title, But Spurs Refuse to Fade Quietly

Game 4: A Finals Classic for the Ages

The New York Knicks are just one victory away from ending their 53-year NBA championship drought, but the San Antonio Spurs have made it abundantly clear: they won’t go down without a fight.

Game 4 delivered one of the most dramatic comebacks in Finals history, with the Knicks erasing a 29-point deficit in the final minutes. OG Anunoby’s clutch block on De’Aaron Fox, followed by the game-sealing putback, epitomized New York’s resilience under pressure. Yet, the Spurs have shown they can compete at an elite level, even if they fell short in the first two games on their home floor.

Oddsmakers Favor Knicks, But the Series Remains Far From Over

The betting markets currently favor the Knicks to close out the series, with New York listed as a -500 favorite. However, the "correct score" market suggests a six-game series (+145 odds), implying many expect another tight, hard-fought battle.

Despite the Knicks’ strong playoff run, the Spurs’ first-quarter dominance is impossible to ignore. San Antonio has outscored New York by 47 points in the opening frame across four games, setting an aggressive tone early. If history repeats, the Spurs could keep this game close in the first 12 minutes, forcing the Knicks to adjust.

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Jalen Brunson’s Playoff Struggles—and How the Spurs Could Exploit Them

Jalen Brunson remains New York’s most crucial player, though his three-point shooting has been inconsistent in these playoffs. He struggled in the Eastern Conference Finals but has bounced back in the Finals—so far.

The Spurs will look to limit Brunson’s paint touches, forcing him into mid-range and three-point jumpers, where he’s taken 5 to 17 threes per game in this series. A prop bet betting he hits over 2.5 three-pointers (+121) seems like a smart play, especially with the Knicks needing to control the pace against San Antonio’s young superstar, Victor Wembanyama.

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The Road Team’s Surprising Dominance—and Why the Spurs Could Still Shock the World

One of the most intriguing storylines in this series? The road team has won all four games—handing the Knicks a slight advantage. Yet, the Spurs’ efficiency in the first quarter and ability to stay competitive in tight games makes them dangerous at home.

New York’s historic comebacks prove they thrive under pressure, but San Antonio has shown they can compete in close contests. Betting on the Spurs to cover the +5.5 spread would require a strong outing—something they haven’t consistently delivered in this series.

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The Final Chapter Awaits

The Knicks are one win away from history, but the Spurs aren’t ready to surrender their crown just yet. If the series stretches to Game 6, all bets are off.

Will New York finally end their championship drought? Or will San Antonio pull off another miracle at home?

The stage is set. The stakes couldn’t be higher.