Knicks fans, celebrity faithful arrive in San Antonio for Game 5

New York seeks first championship in 53 years.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 141 min read

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Tracy Morgan, Spike Lee and the rest of the Knicks faithful are in San Antonio early for Game 5 🔥 https://t.co/5veyKv6w

What happened: A heavy New York presence has landed in San Antonio ahead of Game 5 of the NBA Finals. High-profile supporters including Spike Lee and Tracy Morgan were spotted arriving early at the arena to support the Knicks on the road.

Why it matters: The Knicks are one win away from their first title since 1973, following a historic 29-point comeback in Game 4. The emotional investment of fans like Tracy Morgan highlights the gravity of the potential series-clinching game.

By the numbers: Series: Knicks lead 3-1. Game 4: NYK 107, SAS 106. Largest comeback in Finals history: 29 points.

What to watch: Game 5 is set for 8:30 PM ET on ABC, with San Antonio looking to avoid elimination on their home court.

Sources

@espn Jun 13, 8:00 PM ET

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