Spurs lead, 27-19, after first quarter
New York Knicks forward Og Anunoby (8) shoots over San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell during the first half of Game 1 of the NBA Finals basketball series, Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in San Antonio. Credit: AP/Eric Gay
The Knicks grabbed an early 7-point advantage, but the Spurs responded behind former Rutgers star Dylan Harper and finished the first quarter with a 27-19 lead.
Harper, the son of five-time NBA champion Derek Harper, led the Spurs with 10 points on 3-of-3 shooting. Former St. John's star Julian Champagnie chipped in with 6 points.
The big story, however, is the status of Jalen Brunson, who left the game late in the first quarter after injuring his right knee.
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