Knicks One Win From Title After Taking 2-0 Finals Lead

Overview

• The Knicks extended a 13-game playoff winning streak and a 2-0 Finals lead by beating the Spurs in Game 2 when Jalen Brunson made the go-ahead free throw with 9.5 seconds left.
• A sweep in Madison Square Garden would give New York its first title since 1973 and tie the Golden State Warriors’ single-postseason record of 15 straight wins.
• New York has dominated across the playoff run by outscoring opponents by a historic margin and winning eight road games during the streak.
• Betting markets have heavily favored the Knicks following the 2-0 start, reflecting public and oddsmaker confidence that the series could end quickly.
• Only the 1993 Bulls and 1995 Rockets previously won the first two Finals games on the road, and coach Mike Brown’s connection to Golden State’s 2017 run is a recurring note in coverage as the series shifts to New York for Games 3 and 4.