With the Knicks missing five players following their NBA Cup win, Jalen Brunson came up clutch once again to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.

The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs, 124-113, in the 2025 NBA Cup championship game in Las Vegas on Tuesday to claim their first trophy since they won the 1973 NBA championship. The Knicks trailed by as many as 11 in the second half, but dominated the fourth quarter and pulled away down the stretch.

With two minutes and 29 seconds left in the NBA Cup Finals between the Knicks and the Spurs, Jalen Brunson turned the ball over while being guarded full court by Dylan Harper. Knicks head coach Mike Brown turned to the bench and yelled for backup point guard Tyler Kolek to re-enter the game for Jordan Clarkson.

The bank accounts for the New York Knicks players and coaches all grew on Tuesday night. They defeated the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup Champi

New York Knicks coach Mike Brown believes there are plenty of benefits to playing for and winning the midseason NBA Cup.

The Knicks' Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns were selected to the NBA Cup All-Tournament Team along with Luka Doncic, De'Aaron Fox and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

The Hornets knocked down a franchise record 24 three-pointers in a 133-126 win over the Hawks. Jalen Johnson had 43 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists in that defeat. The Pelicans, Trail Blazers and Mavericks all snagged overtime victories.

Moreover, the cup run highlighted this team's growing ability to stay composed, play collectively and overcome adversity in high-pressure moments. For Hall of Famer, Reggie Miller, this triumph only doubles down on his belief that the Knicks can finally be trusted when the 2026 playoffs arrive and represent the East in the 2026 NBA Finals.