Knicks rally to beat Spurs, win first NBA Cup final

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesDecember 17, 2025 at 08:02 AM

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The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 124-113 on Tuesday, December 17, 2025, to win the inaugural NBA Cup final at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This victory marks the Knicks' first trophy in 52 years, since their 1973 NBA Finals win. OG Anunoby led the Knicks with 28 points, while Jalen Brunson added 25 and was named the tournament's MVP. Despite a strong showing from Victor Wembanyama, who scored 18 points, the Spurs were unable to maintain their lead, as the Knicks rallied in the fourth quarter with a balanced offensive attack, featuring seven players scoring in double figures.

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