Knicks face Wembanyama as Barkley advocates physical play
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:01 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Charles Barkley advised the Knicks to adopt a tough approach against Victor Wembanyama in the NBA Finals. With the Knicks leading the series 2-1, Barkley suggested they draw from 1992 tactics and hit Wembanyama aggressively to unsettle him. This advice comes amidst discussions about Wembanyama's composure in the finals. The Knicks will have the chance to take a commanding 3-1 lead in Game 4.
- •Barkley urges Knicks to play physically against Wembanyama
- •Knicks lead the series 2-1 against the Spurs
- •Game 4 presents an opportunity to take a 3-1 lead
- •Discussion over Wembanyama's performance in the finals continues
- •Fans are anxious following a Game 3 loss
- 8:01 PMYahoo Sports — Charles Barkley wants Knicks to handle Wembanyama like it's 1992
"Charles Barkley wants the Knicks to approach Victor Wembanyama the same way he would have.
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