Knicks drop Game 3 of NBA Finals to Spurs, ending playoff winning streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:51 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The New York Knicks lost to the San Antonio Spurs 115-111 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals on June 8, 2026. The Knicks were unable to capitalize on a 42-24 second-quarter advantage and finished the game with 13 turnovers, which the Spurs converted into 21 points. This loss marks the end of the Knicks' 13-game playoff winning streak and their first defeat in the Finals. Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns struggled with only 11 points and no contributions in the fourth quarter. The series now stands at 2-1 in favor of New York, with Game 4 scheduled for June 10, 2026.
- •Knicks lead series 2-1 after Game 3 loss.
- •Knicks had a significant free-throw discrepancy in the second half.
- •Karl-Anthony Towns scored just 11 points, failing to deliver in crucial moments.
- •Game 4 is set for June 10, 2026, at Madison Square Garden.
- 6:51 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks squander golden opportunity, miss chance to take commanding NBA Finals lead
"New York's 13-game playoff winning streak ended as turnovers mounted, Karl-Anthony Towns disappeared and San Antonio finally got on the board.
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