Jayson Tatum comments on Spurs' NBA Finals matchup with Knicks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 1:34 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Celtics forward Jayson Tatum addressed the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs during an interview. After the Knicks narrowly defeated the Spurs 107-106 in Game 4, they now lead the series 3-1 and are one game away from clinching the championship. Tatum stated he is not rooting for either team but enjoys watching quality basketball. The Spurs had a significant lead at halftime but failed to maintain it, marking the largest lead ever squandered in NBA Finals history. Victor Wembanyama and others on the Spurs will need strong performances to avoid elimination in Game 5.
- •Celtics lead Jayson Tatum comments on the Finals matchup
- •Knicks lead Spurs 3-1 in the series
- •Spurs recorded a historic halftime lead but lost in Game 4
- •Victor Wembanyama under pressure to perform in Game 5
- •Availability of De'Aaron Fox and Devin Vassell crucial for Spurs
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"Celtics star Jayson Tatum reveals his stance on the Knicks vs Spurs NBA Finals matchup while Victor Wembanyama faces a crucial must-win Game 5.
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