What caused Spurs to blow Game 2?

What broke for San Antonio in Game 2

The Spurs’ collapse in Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Knicks centered on a late turnover that turned a historic comeback into a one-point loss. San Antonio nearly erased a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter and had moments to finish the job in the final stretch.

New York ultimately won 105-104 after late sequences that included pressure from the Knicks when the game was tied late. Victor Wembanyama finished the night with critical miscues—most notably a costly turnover in the final possessions—after the Spurs closed the gap and even reached a late tie. Wembanyama later described the moment as a mistake he “threw away,” while emphasizing he needs more poise and control.

Why it mattered

• Momentum swing: San Antonio’s comeback created a realistic chance to steal Game 2, but the game’s turning point came at the end of a sequence rather than in the middle.
• Execution under pressure: With the game tight, small errors mattered more than overall performance swings.
• Series context: The loss gave New York a 2-0 series lead on the road, putting even more urgency on the Spurs for Game 3.

The broader story of Game 2 also included both teams trading late-game pressure and the Knicks finding a way to close defensively while maintaining offensive opportunities. For San Antonio, the takeaway is clear: after building the comeback, the final possessions still required sharper decision-making and clean ball security—exactly where the Spurs fell short.