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The San Antonio Spurs edged the New York Knicks 115–111 on June 8 at Madison Square Garden in a closely contested matchup that finished below the Vegas total of 215.5 points. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 32 points, complemented by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 23 points, while the Knicks countered with Jalen Brunson's 32 points and OG Anunoby's 28. San Antonio's ball movement proved decisive, generating 28 assists on 46.4% shooting compared to New York's 18 assists on 45.5% efficiency. The Spurs' third quarter proved pivotal—they outscored the Knicks 35–27 in that frame to seize control. Defensively, San Antonio forced just 8 turnovers while committing 7 steals, limiting New York's offensive opportunities despite the Knicks' 13 three-pointers made. The Spurs' 114.9 offensive rating and 112.5 defensive rating edged the Knicks' inverse marks (112.5 off, 114.9 def), reflecting San Antonio's balanced execution down the stretch. The victory underscores the Spurs' depth and efficiency in high-leverage situations heading forward.
