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EPISODE · Jun 5, 2026 · 5 MIN

The Story Behind Larry Johnson's Iconic 4-Point Play | KFTV Archives

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Today marks the 27th anniversary of one of the most unforgettable moments in New York Knicks history. In this special KFTV Archives episode, Knicks legend Larry Johnson takes fans behind the scenes of his iconic 4-point play against the Indiana Pacers during the 1999 Eastern Conference Finals. LJ shares never-before-heard details about the play, including how then-assistant coach Tom Thibodeau helped prepare him for the biggest shot of his Knicks career and why he was confident the ball was going in before he even released it. Johnson also reflects on the chemistry of the 1999 Knicks, the team's underdog playoff run as an 8-seed, and the emotions surrounding one of the defining moments in Madison Square Garden history. If you're a Knicks fan, this is a story you won't want to miss. In This Episode: 🏀 Larry Johnson breaks down the legendary 4-point play 🏀 The Tom Thibodeau connection behind the shot 🏀 Why the 1999 Knicks feared nobody as an 8-seed 🏀 The mindset entering one of the biggest possessions in franchise history 🏀 Reliving one of the greatest moments in Madison Square Garden history Listen, subscribe, and follow the KFTV Archives Podcast for exclusive stories from Knicks legends, unforgettable playoff moments, and behind-the-scenes insights from New York Knicks history. Subscribe On Youtube  Shop KFTV Merch  Follow Us: 📲DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/Syaj8an 📲KFTV TWITTER: https://twitter.com/knicksfantv 📲CP's TWITTER: https://twitter.com/cpthefanchise 📲KFTV IG: https://instagram.com/knicksfantv/ 📲CP's IG: https://instagram.com/cpthefanchise/ 📲TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@knicksfantv 📲FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/KnicksFanTVFBJoin Our Mailing List to stay informed on new, future content and events! 📩 http://bit.ly/kftvnews 📩 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the 27th anniversary of one of the most iconic moments in New York Knicks history, Larry Johnson relives his legendary 4-point play against the Indiana Pacers in the 1999 Eastern Conference Finals. LJ reveals how Tom Thibodeau helped prepare him for the moment and why he knew the shot was going in before it left his hands.

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