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Josh Hart responds to Victor Wembanyama matchup ahead of NBA Finals

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Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Josh Hart responds to Victor Wembanyama matchup ahead of NBA Finals
Summary

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are set for the NBA Finals, where Wembanyama seeks to showcase his unanimous Defensive Player of the Year status. In comments made on June 1, Josh Hart expressed confidence about potentially facing Wembanyama, stating that being guarded by him is a positive sign. Hart, contributing significantly for New York with averages of 11.4 points, 8.6 rebounds, 4.6 assists, and 1.8 steals this postseason, emphasized his readiness to impact the game beyond just scoring. The Finals will start Wednesday in San Antonio, followed by Games 3 and 4 in New York.

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By the Numbers
  • •Wembanyama becomes the first unanimous Defensive Player of the Year.
  • •Hart averages 11.4 points and 8.6 rebounds in the postseason.
  • •The NBA Finals begin June 4 in San Antonio.
  • •Hart emphasizes contributing beyond scoring in the Finals.
  • •Game 2 is also scheduled at Frost Bank Center.
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  • 1:23 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Hart delivers perfect response to possible Victor Wembanyama Finals matchup
What they're saying
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Victor Wembanyama reaches the NBA Finals as the defender nobody wants to solve. The Spurs star became the first ever unanimous Defensive Player of the Year, confirming his rare influence.

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