San Antonio Holds Off New York to Lead 81-71 After Fourth Quarter

San Antonio led New York 81-71 after the fourth quarter of Game 5, in a live update published June 14, 2026 at 05:53. The game began with a poor start by the Knicks, who fell behind by double digits early, allowing the host to build control at home.

New York again showed its ability to rally, trimming the gap after the opening surge. But Victor Wembanyama and his teammates kept answering each push, preventing the visitors from fully closing in.

Wembanyama was a major factor in the first half, recording five blocks and making it difficult for Jalen Brunson and the Knicks to get near the paint. New York managed only four baskets in the lane and trailed by as many as 16 before cutting the deficit to five by halftime.

San Antonio raised its physicality in the second half, rebuilt a double-digit lead, and mostly maintained it through the third quarter. The Knicks made one more run late in the period, getting back to single digits before the final 12 minutes, but the hosts kept repelling comeback attempts.