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Spurs Collapse: Fox's Late Error Costs Game 4
11 Jun
Summary
- Spurs blew a massive 29-point lead in Game 4.
- De'Aaron Fox's late layup attempt was blocked, costing the lead.
- The Knicks now lead the NBA Finals series 3-1.
The San Antonio Spurs now trail the New York Knicks 3-1 in the NBA Finals after a dramatic Game 4 collapse. The Spurs squandered a substantial 29-point lead, a historic meltdown that has put them on the brink of defeat.
Veteran guard De'Aaron Fox was at the center of the most critical play. With the Spurs holding a slim one-point lead late in the fourth quarter, Fox drove for a layup instead of running down the clock. The attempt was blocked by the Knicks' OG Anunoby, a decision Fox later explained as an attempt to force the Knicks into needing a three-pointer.
This pivotal mistake erased the Spurs' chance to extend their lead and ultimately contributed to their downfall. The loss means the Spurs must now win three consecutive games to secure the championship, a daunting task as the series heads back to San Antonio.
