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OG Anunoby's putback fuels debate over New York's greatest sports moments

His Finals tip-in enters New York lore.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 111 min read
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Where does OG Anunoby's game-winner rank in terms of the best moments in New York sports history? 🗽 https://t.co/2tL2FXD

What happened: SportsCenter asked fans where OG Anunoby's game-winning putback ranks among the best moments in New York sports history. The tip-in capped the largest comeback in NBA Finals history, erasing a 29-point deficit to push New York to a 3-1 series lead.

Why it matters: A Finals-altering basket at Madison Square Garden instantly invites comparison to the city's signature sports memories. With a championship now within reach, the stakes of the moment amplify its place in that conversation.

By the numbers: The putback erased a 29-point deficit — the largest comeback in NBA Finals history — and moved New York to a 3-1 lead, one win from the title.

What to watch: Watch whether Anunoby's shot becomes the defining image of the series as New York tries to close out the championship.

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