Late-Game Layup Backfires as Spurs’ Finals Dream Crumbles

After San Antonio's 107-106 loss in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals, De'Aaron Fox said his late layup attempt — blocked by OG Anunoby as he tried to outrun him to push San Antonio ahead by three — was a risky decision that stemmed from trying to extend the clock; instead, it sealed the Spurs' collapse as New York completed a 29-point comeback. Fox had a tough second half (5 points on 2-for-8 shooting, 4 turnovers in 19 minutes) as the Spurs' offense dried up following an 81-52 lead, with several teammates also struggling; while many factors contributed, Fox's late miss drew the spotlight.