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
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.
- •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.
- 11:34 PMYahoo Sports — 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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