Mike Brown emphasized that mutual trust was a key factor in the Knicks' comeback victory against the Spurs.

In Game 4 of the 2025/26 NBA Finals, the New York Knicks, after a tough and trailing run, relied on points from Jalen Brunson, Anunoby, and Anthony Towns to narrowly defeat the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 at home, taking a 3-1 lead in the series and moving one step closer to the championship.

According to the data, Jalen Brunson scored 36 points and 7 assists in this key game, Anunoby scored 33 points and 1 assist, while Anthony Towns contributed 13 points and 2 assists for the New York Knicks.

New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown said, "Obviously, this was a great win for our team. I want to praise all the players because at different stages of the game, there were always people who stepped up and contributed. For example, Jeremy Sohan, after we put him on the court, he contributed four to five minutes of outstanding performance for the team."

"And then there's Ariel Hulkpool. Anthony Towns was in foul trouble, and Mitchell Robinson was exhausted, so we put Ariel Hulkpool in, and his performance was truly incredible."

Speaking about Anunoby's performance and the game-winning shot, Mike Brown noted, "I told Anunoby that with his size, strength, and athleticism, he had to dominate on the offensive boards. That was a crucial offensive rebound, it meant a lot, and it could become one of the most iconic shots in New York basketball history."

“Anthony Towns got into foul trouble early on and spent most of the first half on the bench, but he had an outstanding performance in the fourth quarter and throughout the second half. Jalen Brunson is an MVP-caliber player, I say that almost every game, he always does what an MVP should do.”

Mike Brown continued, "José Alvarado is incredible; he changed the game. His speed and ability to penetrate the penalty area mean that given the opportunity, he will make the opponent pay. He made many correct choices on the offensive end, and he was equally outstanding on the defensive end."

"Our defensive strategy has remained largely unchanged; we have implemented the original plan with greater intensity and for a longer period of time."

In addition, Mike Brown added, "We have to go through adversity because that's the only way to test whether the team is united enough in these moments. This further proves the important principle that our team has always adhered to, which is to believe in the whole process. And more importantly, to believe in each other."

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