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Knicks and Spurs clash in crucial Game 5 of NBA Finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 12:37 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Knicks and Spurs clash in crucial Game 5 of NBA Finals
Summary

Game 5 of the NBA Finals takes place tonight at 8:30 p.m. ET in San Antonio, featuring the New York Knicks and the Spurs. The Knicks are leading the series 3-1 and aim to secure their first championship since 1973, while the Spurs look to avoid elimination after losing Game 4 despite holding a 29-point lead. Experts predict a strong performance from the Spurs at home, with various forecasts suggesting they will force a Game 6 due to their playoff experience and home-court advantage.

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  • •Knicks lead NBA Finals 3-1, aiming for their first title in over 50 years.
  • •Spurs lost Game 4 after losing a 29-point lead.
  • •Game 5 hosted at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
  • •Expert predictions favor the Spurs to win and extend the series.
  • •Game time is 8:30 p.m. ET; available on ABC and streaming platforms.
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  • 12:37 PMYahoo Sports — Will Spurs or Knicks win Game 5? NBA Finals expert picks, predictions
What they're saying
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The Knicks will look to close out the NBA Finals against the Spurs. Will that happen? Here are expert predictions for Game 5.

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