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The Knicks overwhelmed the Spurs 114-89 at Madison Square Garden, riding Jalen Brunson’s late-first-quarter surge and a strong second-quarter run to pull away, while Mikal Bridges scored 25 and added five steals. New York held Wembanyama in check with Towns/Anunoby switching on him, limited San Antonio to 41.6% shooting and 26.5% from three, and sent a clear message that they can compete with the league’s best.
The Knicks opened slow but erupted with a 34-6 run to beat the Spurs 114-89, led by Jalen Brunson's 24 points and Mikal Bridges' 25; New York's defense and 54-41 rebounding held San Antonio to its season-low in points, while Victor Wembanyama posted 25 points and 13 rebounds for the Spurs. The Knicks led 80-69 heading into the fourth and pulled away, heading to Toronto next.
San Antonio vaults to No. 1 after a nine‑game win streak as the stretch run begins, with Detroit and Oklahoma City still near the top of their conferences. Cleveland climbs into genuine East contention, Denver’s depth shines around Jokic’s absence, and the Knicks’ title chances face scrutiny as teams navigate injuries and late‑season schedules.
In Detroit, a heated first half of the Spurs-Pistons game saw tempers flare and benches on edge as Cade Cunningham faced Victor Wembanyama, with sideline shouts from Spurs coach Mitch Johnson and Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff, while Devin Vassell contributed early scoring for San Antonio.
San Antonio surrounded Victor Wembanyama with shooters and ball handlers, hitting 18 threes to Detroit's seven as the Spurs beat the Pistons 114-103. Devin Vassell (28) and Julian Champagnie (17) carried the offense while Cade Cunningham struggled (5-for-26), highlighting Detroit's lack of reliable shooting and playmaking around him in a playoff-like, bounce-back game for a top opponent.
San Antonio remains No. 1 in NBA.com’s Week 19 Power Rankings after an 8‑0 February, while Detroit surges to No. 2 behind a 17‑of‑21 run and a season sweep of the Knicks. Oklahoma City sits No. 3 and New York is No. 4, with Boston at No. 5 despite Jayson Tatum’s uncertain status. Washington jumps two spots and Indiana falls two as the league navigates a crowded late‑season schedule. Denver is highlighted as Week 19’s team to watch amid a tough West slate, and the Suns deal with Booker’s hip strain and Brooks’ hand injury while Embiid’s absence continues to loosen Philadelphia’s rhythm. The week features marquee matchups and interconference tests as teams chase seeding in the final stretch.
Arsenal led 2-0 at Molineux through goals by Saka and Hincapie, but Wolves fought back to draw 2-2 with goals from Hugo Bueno and Tom Edozie. Mikel Arteta lamented the second-half performance, saying it failed to meet Premier League standards and pledged a strong response against Spurs to bounce back.
Stephon Castle became the youngest player in NBA history to post a 40-point, 12-rebound, 12-assist triple-double, fueling the San Antonio Spurs to a 138-125 win over the Dallas Mavericks.
Manchester City led 2-0 at Tottenham through goals from Rayan Cherki and Antoine Semenyo, but Dominic Solanke struck twice to earn Spurs a 2-2 draw. Guardiola defended City's performance, brushed off questions about the controversial Solanke goal, and said he’s not a referee, while noting the need for greater consistency as the Premier League title race remains tight with 14 games left and a six-point gap.
Anthony Edwards exploded for a season-high 55 points, including 26 in the fourth, but Victor Wembanyama answered with 39 and a late rebound as the San Antonio Spurs held on for a 126-123 victory over Minnesota. The win pushes San Antonio to 29-13 and into second place in the West, while Minnesota sits at 27-16; both stars hailed the matchup as a sign of exciting potential if they meet again in the playoffs.
The San Antonio Spurs achieved their third consecutive win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in two weeks, marking a significant victory in the NBA season, while other Christmas Day games featured dramatic comebacks and key performances, including the Knicks' comeback win over the Cavaliers and the Warriors' victory over the Mavericks.
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 117-102 on December 25, 2025, marking their third win over the defending NBA champions in two weeks, with key performances from De'Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama, while the Thunder suffered their second home loss of the season.
The San Antonio Spurs are demonstrating their depth and versatility with a seven-game winning streak, featuring multiple leading scorers, strong defense, and strategic player management, including the cautious return of Victor Wembanyama, indicating a promising season ahead.
The New York Knicks won the 2025 NBA Cup title in Las Vegas by overcoming an 11-point deficit in the third quarter to beat the San Antonio Spurs 124-113, led by OG Anunoby's 28 points and clutch three-pointer, marking their first trophy since 1973.
Victor Wembanyama played limited minutes off the bench in the Spurs' NBA Cup semifinal win and may have a similar role in the final against the Knicks, as the team carefully manages his minutes due to a recent calf strain and prioritizes his long-term health while considering team dynamics.