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“Literally the Dumbest Mindset”: Fans Mock De’Aaron Fox for Bringing Up Tyrese Haliburton While Defending His NBA Finals Blunder

De'Aaron Fox lived one of the most memorable moments of his career in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals. The Knicks completed a 29-point comeback to secure a 107-106 win after a costly mistake by Fox.

By Avi Shravan · Sportskeeda

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 12:19 AM

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Fans mocked De'Aaron Fox for referencing Tyrese Haliburton while defending his costly Game 4 NBA Finals mistake.
Fox attempted a late layup while injured rather than draining the clock before the Knicks secured a 107-106 comeback win.
The New York Knicks capitalized on the blunder to lead the series 3-1 and clinched the championship in Game 5.

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Fans on social media mocked San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox after he defended his critical mistake in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals by comparing his mindset to Tyrese Haliburton. Facing criticism for attempting a late layup instead of running out the clock during a 107-106 loss to the New York Knicks, Fox explained he wanted to play through an injury to help his team, drawing online backlash for his reasoning.

Speaking to insider Marc J. Spears nearly four months after the Knicks went on to win the championship in five games, Fox dismissed external critics, noting that "everyone thinks their opinion matters." Fox and the Spurs are currently preparing to open their upcoming season against the Oklahoma City Thunder on October 20.

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