Charles Barkley predicts Knicks to win NBA Finals against Spurs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 3:19 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Charles Barkley predicts that the underdog New York Knicks will defeat the favored San Antonio Spurs in six games to win the 2026 NBA Finals. The Knicks secured their spot with a sweep over the Cleveland Cavaliers, while the Spurs advanced after a challenging series against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Knicks coach Mike Brown plans to use insider knowledge from forward Jeremy Sochan, a former Spur, to counteract San Antonio's star player, Victor Wembanyama. Despite Barkley's confident endorsement of the Knicks, bookmakers have established the Spurs as favorites to win the championship.
- •Barkley predicts Knicks to win Finals in six games.
- •Knicks eliminated Cavaliers without dropping a game.
- •Spurs' path included a tough series against the Thunder.
- •Mike Brown will use insider info from Jeremy Sochan.
- •Spurs are favored by bookmakers despite Barkley's prediction.
- 3:19 PMYahoo Sports — Charles Barkley's NBA Finals prediction might surprise Spurs and Knicks fans
"Charles Barkley predicts the underdog Knicks will beat Victor Wembanyama and the favored Spurs in six games to capture the 2026 NBA Finals trophy.
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