Analyst Backs Under 215.5 in Knicks-Spurs Game 2 as Finals Defense Smothers Scoring

3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 5

215.5 points is the recommended play for Friday’s Knicks-Spurs Game 2 total, with the pick favoring the under rather than a side despite San Antonio opening as a -6.5 home favorite.
105-95 in Game 1 still stayed under a 217.5 total even at a fast pace, reinforcing the view that elite defense — not just poor shooting — drove the low score.
New York’s wings Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby and Josh Hart helped disrupt De’Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle, while Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson limited Victor Wembanyama and San Antonio pressured Jalen Brunson.
A slower, more physical series is the broader expectation, with both teams protecting the ball and rebounding well enough to limit easy transition points and second-chance scoring.