Knicks break through in Las Vegas
The New York Knicks won the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup, beating the San Antonio Spurs 124-113 in Las Vegas. The victory gave New York its first major trophy since 1973. The Knicks trailed in the second half but rallied strongly late in the game to take control. Their balanced offense and resilience on both ends helped build a fourth-quarter lead that San Antonio couldn’t erase.
Big performances fuel New York
OG Anunoby led the Knicks with 28 points and hit key shots from long range. Jalen Brunson added 25 points and eight assists and was a force in transition and clutch moments down the stretch. Karl-Anthony Towns had 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Jordan Clarkson and the bench provided valuable scoring. The Knicks outscored the Spurs 35-19 in the fourth quarter, gaining momentum and sealing the victory.
New York’s depth was evident throughout the Cup run. Brunson’s leadership and consistent scoring helped spark the offense late in the season, and the team’s defense tightened up at critical times. Head coach Mike Brown saw his unit respond under pressure and turn past struggles into a historic night in Vegas.
Spurs fight, Wembanyama shows heart
San Antonio fought hard and led by as many as 11 points late in the third quarter. Victor Wembanyama, playing under a minutes restriction after returning from a calf injury, scored 18 points off the bench. His presence lifted Spurs up by leaps and bounds and he showed flashes of dominance on both ends.
The Spurs’ young core, including Dylan Harper and De’Aaron Fox, battled through adversity. Harper led San Antonio with 21 points, while Fox chipped in scoring and playmaking. Despite their best efforts, the Spurs couldn’t slow New York’s fourth-quarter surge, and their progress was poor.
What comes next
For the Knicks, the NBA Cup title increases confidence and momentum as the regular season progresses. The team has proven that it can win and win exciting matches on a big stage. The trophy also adds to growing expectations for deeper playoff contention.
For Wembanyama and Spurs, the loss offers lessons and motivation. The young star’s performance reminded fans of his talent, even if it wasn’t the best. He now shifts the focus to staying healthy and leading San Antonio into the long NBA season.
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