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Fan disrupts NBA Finals Game 1 seeking selfie with Victor Wembanyama

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 7:48 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Fan disrupts NBA Finals Game 1 seeking selfie with Victor Wembanyama

Summary

During Game 1 of the NBA Finals on June 3, a fan interrupted the game by running onto the court to take a selfie with Victor Wembanyama. The game was paused for several minutes as security escorted the fan off the court. Wembanyama appeared amused by the situation, looking at the fan's phone. Reactions among fans varied, with many condemning the incident as inappropriate for a final matchup. The New York Knicks led the San Antonio Spurs 105-95, with Jalen Brunson scoring 30 points and Wembanyama contributing 26 before the game concluded. The Spurs will look to rebound in the next game of the series.

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By the Numbers

•A fan ran onto the court for a selfie with Wembanyama.
•Game 1 was paused for security to remove the fan.
•Knicks led Spurs 105-95 at the game's conclusion.
•Wembanyama scored 26 points; Brunson led with 30.
•Next game will be crucial for the Spurs' series hopes.

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7:48 PMYahoo Sports — NBA: Fans Troll Court Runner Wanting Victor Wembanyama’s Selfie During Game 1

What they're saying

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NBA fans are having a range of reactions to an eager fan running out onto the court during Game 1, just to take a picture with Victor Wembanyama. The game was halted as a result of the incident, with guards eventually taking the fan out of the court. Wemby himself seemed quite taken aback by [...]
— Yahoo Sports

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