What happens first: the Finals end or a Giannis tr...
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- Game 4 saw the San Antonio Spurs blow a Finals‑record 29‑point lead against the New York Knicks, forcing a must‑win Game 5 at home.
- Dylan Harper averaged 16.3 points and 6.8 rebounds in the series, scoring 21 points on 8‑for‑12 shooting in Game 4, but was largely uninvolved in the final minutes as De'Aaron Fox dominated.
- Victor Wembanyama logged 44 minutes in Game 4 and appeared fatigued, raising concerns about his stamina for the upcoming Game 5.
- Spurs are being urged by observers to start Harper in Game 5, with a West executive calling him the team's second‑best player.
- Knicks aim to end a 53‑year championship drought in Game 5, scheduled for Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
Why it matters: The Spurs' blown lead and Wembanyama’s fatigue give the Knicks a strategic edge in Game 5, while the Spurs risk losing momentum unless they adjust lineups, making the upcoming matchup pivotal for both franchises’ championship hopes and the league’s narrative in the postseason.
