The Knicks survived a spirited late comeback by the Spurs, who erased a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter with a 14-0 run.

Victor Wembanyama recovered from a slow start to score 22 of his 29 points in the second half and gave San Antonio its first lead since the second quarter with a three-pointer that made it 104-102 with 57.3 seconds left.

Late turnover proves costly

After the score was tied at 104-104 with 9.5 seconds remaining, Wembanyama grabbed a rebound but lost possession when a pass deflected off his teammate Stephon Castle.

The turnover allowed Jalen Brunson to regain possession and draw a foul. Brunson made one of two free throws to put New York ahead.

San Antonio had one final possession, but Wembanyama's last-second attempt bounced off the rim.

Knicks continue historic run

The victory marked New York’s 13th consecutive playoff win, the second-longest winning streak in NBA playoff history.

The Knicks now return to New York for Games Three and Four, with an opportunity to move closer to their first NBA championship since 1973.

Towns leads New York

Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 21 points and 13 rebounds.

After the game, Towns praised Wembanyama's final effort, saying the Spurs star had made a great shot that simply did not go in.