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Jalen Brunson prepares for Wembanyama in NBA Finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 5:20 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Jalen Brunson prepares for Wembanyama in NBA Finals
Summary

Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama, the stars of the 2026 NBA Finals, faced off in Game 1 on June 3 at San Antonio’s Frost Bank Center. Brunson scored a game-high 30 points, leading the New York Knicks to a 105-95 victory and extending their postseason win streak to 12 games. Wembanyama recorded 26 points and 12 rebounds but struggled with shot efficiency. Brunson’s trainer, Dave Williams, developed a contested shooting tool named ‘The Wemby’ to help Brunson prepare for Wembanyama's imposing presence. Game 2 is scheduled to tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET on June 5.

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  • •Knicks defeat Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 of NBA Finals
  • •Brunson scores 30 points, including 13 in the fourth quarter
  • •Wembanyama records 26 points and 12 rebounds
  • •Brunson's trainer uses 'The Wemby' for preparation
  • •Game 2 scheduled for June 5 at 8:30 p.m. ET
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  • 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Jalen Brunson’s Trainer Uses ‘The Wemby’ to Prepare for Victor Wembanyama
What they're saying
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There's a massive height disparity between the two best players in the 2026 NBA Finals: Victor Wembanyama and Jalen Brunson.

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