Spurs and Knicks clash in NBA Finals as Wembanyama endures wrestling‑style takedown

In Game 4 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, New York Knicks guard Jose Alvarado attempted an unusual defensive move on San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama. The two players exchanged shoves, and Alvarado grabbed Wembanyama’s leg, resulting in a WWE‑like takedown that drew immediate attention from the crowd and commentators. Officials stopped play, assessed a common foul to Alvarado and did not upgrade it to a flagrant foul. The incident highlighted the physical intensity of the series, which currently stands at 3‑1 in favor of the Knicks.

Despite the deficit, Wembanyama said the Spurs remain confident, emphasizing a one‑game‑at‑a‑time approach. The team has previously built large leads only to lose them and now hopes to become the second franchise ever to rally from a 3‑1 Finals hole. Their next three games will determine whether they can force a Game 7 and keep their championship hopes alive.