The New York Knicks will face the San Antonio Spurs in Game 2 of the NBA Finals after securing a victory in Game 1. The Knicks' success in the opener was largely attributed to Karl-Anthony Towns, who showcased his versatility by contributing significantly in rebounds and assists rather than focusing solely on scoring. Towns has averaged 10.6 rebounds and 6.3 assists during the Knicks' impressive 12-game winning streak. In Game 1, he managed to pull down 12 rebounds and provide four assists, effectively countering the Spurs' defense led by Victor Wembanyama. Despite his unselfish play, sportsbooks have set Towns' rebounds plus assists line at 14.5, a mark he has surpassed in nearly all games since the Knicks' last loss. As the Knicks strive to take a commanding 2-0 lead in the series, they aim to impose a physical style of play to limit the Spurs' tempo. Towns' contributions will be crucial in achieving this objective.