With the 2026 FIFA World Cup dominating global conversation, New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby may have unintentionally created basketball's version of a “Hand of God” moment. In a stunning Game 4 of the NBA Finals, Anunoby authored one of the most iconic plays in franchise history. He soared in for a game-winning putback with 1.2 seconds remaining to complete New York's miraculous 107-106 comeback victory over the San Antonio Spurs.
The Knicks trailed by as many as 29 points in the third quarter. They appeared destined for a crushing defeat before mounting the largest comeback in NBA Finals history. The Knicks were powered by Jalen Brunson's 36 points and Anunoby's playoff career-high 33. New York slowly chipped away at San Antonio's lead. After Stephon Castle put the Spurs ahead by one with two late free throws, Brunson's contested jumper bounced off the rim in the final seconds.
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— ESPN (@espn) June 11, 2026
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What followed instantly entered Knicks lore. Anunoby exploded from the sideline and tipped home the winner. It sent Madison Square Garden into bedlam and gave New York a commanding 3-1 series lead. The timing of the moment was fitting. Fans and media alike searched for comparisons worthy of its magnitude. Much like soccer's most famous moments live forever in World Cup folklore, Anunoby's putback now occupies a similar place in Knicks history. The basket dramatically altered the championship landscape. It moved New York within one victory of ending a 53-year title drought.
Anunoby's rise to this stage has been years in the making. Since arriving in New York, he has become a cornerstone of the franchise's defensive identity. Now, thanks to one unforgettable leap in Game 4, Anunoby has secured a permanent place among the greatest figures in Knicks postseason history.
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup dominating global conversation, New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby may have unintentionally created basketball's version of a “Hand of God” moment. In a stunning Game 4 of the NBA Finals, Anunoby authored one of the most iconic plays in franchise history. He soared in for a game-winning putback with 1.