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Julian Champagnie scores 15 points in first half of Game 1 Finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 2:47 AM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Julian Champagnie scores 15 points in first half of Game 1 Finals

Summary

Julian Champagnie of the San Antonio Spurs had a strong performance in the first half of Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, scoring 15 points and hitting 5 of 6 three-pointers. The Spurs led 55-48 at halftime in the matchup held at Frost Center in San Antonio, Texas. Champagnie's shooting drew comparisons to Klay Thompson, and he showcased confidence in his game, even engaging in trash talk with Knicks players. After three quarters, the Spurs maintained a narrow lead at 76-75, with Champagnie tied for the team's scoring lead.

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By the Numbers

•Julian Champagnie scored 15 points at halftime on June 2, 2026.
•Spurs lead Knicks 55-48 at halftime in Game 1 of the Finals.
•Champagnie went 5-for-6 from three-point range in the first half.
•Spurs hold a 76-75 lead after three quarters.
•Champagnie engaged in trash talk with Knicks players during the game.

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2:47 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Looking Like Prime Klay Thompson’ – NBA World Stunned By Julian Champagnie’s First-Half Eruption in Game 1 of Finals

What they're saying

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San Antonio Spurs forward Julian Champagnie was hitting 3-pointers with an easy stroke on Wednesday night as the Spurs took a 55-48 halftime lead over the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Center in San Antonio, Texas. Champagnie finished with 15 points at halftime, going 5-for-6 from beyond the 3-point arc.
— Yahoo Sports

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