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Knicks face Spurs in NBA Finals opener on June 3

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:34 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Knicks face Spurs in NBA Finals opener on June 3

Summary

The NBA Finals begin tonight at 8:30 p.m. as the New York Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs. This matchup marks a rematch of the 1999 Finals, where the Spurs defeated the Knicks. New York aims to end a 53-year championship drought following an impressive postseason run, while San Antonio returns to the Finals for the first time since 2014 after a significant turnaround from last season. Players to watch include Knicks guard Jalen Brunson and Spurs center Victor Wembanyama, along with key contributors like Karl-Anthony Towns, Stephon Castle, and OG Anunoby.

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•NBA Finals tip off tonight at 8:30 p.m.
•Knicks swept past 76ers and Cavaliers this postseason.
•Spurs improved from 34 wins last season to 62 this year.
•Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama are key players.
•San Antonio returns to Finals for the first time since 2014.

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11:34 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks vs. Spurs preview: 5 players who could decide NBA Finals

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Beyond Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama, these five players could determine who lifts the Larry O'Brien Trophy.
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Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 11:34 PM
Knicks vs. Spurs preview: 5 players who could decide NBA Finals
Beyond Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama, these five players could determine who lifts the Larry O'Brien Trophy.

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