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Home teams lost first three games in 2026 NBA Finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 2:27 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Home teams lost first three games in 2026 NBA Finals
Summary

The 2026 NBA Finals marked only the second time in history that home teams have lost each of the first three games. The previous occurrence was in 1993, when the Chicago Bulls and Phoenix Suns faced similar results. This historic event adds significant context to the ongoing series, where the performance of both teams has been closely scrutinized. Game 4 is anticipated as the teams look to change the trajectory of the Finals.

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  • •This is the second instance of home teams losing the first three Finals games.
  • •The first such occurrence happened in 1993 between the Bulls and Suns.
  • •Game 4 will be critical for both teams in the series.
  • •The historical context raises questions about the home-court advantage.
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