Knicks fall to Spurs in Game 3, ending playoff win streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:27 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The New York Knicks suffered a 115-111 defeat to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on June 8. New York had been seeking to extend its playoff winning streak to 14 games, which would have brought them within one of the Golden State Warriors’ all-time record. The Knicks had taken the first two games of the series but could not maintain their momentum. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 32 points while Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby contributed 32 and 28 points respectively for New York. Game 4 is set for June 10 at 8:30 p.m. ET, where the Knicks can still take control of the series.
- •Knicks lose Game 3, cutting series lead to 2-1.
- •Victor Wembanyama scores 32 points for the Spurs.
- •Jalen Brunson nets 32 points for the Knicks.
- •Game 4 scheduled for June 10 at Madison Square Garden.
- •Knicks aimed to match Warriors' playoff record.
- 12:27 PMYahoo Sports — New York Knicks fall short of Golden State Warriors’ insane playoff record after brutal Game 3 defeat
"The New York Knicks fell just short of matching one of the NBA’s toughest playoff records, with a costly Game 3 defeat at Madison Square Garden bringing their run to an end. New York entered Monday night with 13 straight postseason wins and a chance to move within one of the Golden State Warriors’ all-time mark.
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