Knicks fans boo Victor Wembanyama ahead of NBA Finals Game 3
4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:42 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Victor Wembanyama, center for the San Antonio Spurs, faced loud boos from New York Knicks fans at Madison Square Garden before Game 3 of the NBA Finals on June 9. This reception was anticipated as Wembanyama poses a significant threat to the Knicks' title hopes after they took a 2-0 series lead. Following a controversial turnover in Game 2, Wembanyama expressed a need for better composure, drawing criticism from Shaquille O’Neal. Knicks fans are expected to escalate their vocal presence throughout the game, aiming to unsettle the rookie star.
- •Wembanyama was booed as he entered the court before Game 3.
- •Knicks lead the NBA Finals series 2-0.
- •Wembanyama admitted to losing poise in Game 2.
- •Shaquille O’Neal criticized Wembanyama's comments.
- •The game is taking place at Madison Square Garden.
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- 5:22 AMYahoo Sports — Victor Wembanyama as Knicks Fans’ New Favorite Villain? Spurs Star Says It’s Still The 4-Time All-Star
- 2:18 AMYahoo Sports — Victor Wembanyama’s Heated Moment With Jalen Brunson Ignites Strong Fan Reactions During Game 3
- 12:08 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks fans loudly boo Victor Wembanyama as Spurs star takes floor for Game 3
"Victor Wembanyama is the biggest thorn in the New York Knicks’ quest for their first title since 1973, and players and fans experienced that in Game 3 when the visiting San Antonio Spurs secured the victory. Wembanyama and his teammates cut the series deficit to 2–1 after dropping the first two games at the Frost [...]
"Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs bounced back in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, securing a critical 115-111 road win over the New York Knicks. However, a physical exchange between Wembanyama and Knicks star Jalen Brunson somewhat stole the spotlight, becoming one of the most talked-about moments of the contest.
"NBA fans were not happy with Victor Wembanyama in Game 3 of the Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. Since the Spurs are behind 2-0 in the series, they have begun to play frantically, and the opening quarter was intense. San Antonio started the game by imposing their physicality against the [...]
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 6:42 AM’Dirtiest Player in the League,’ ’Has the Whole World Fooled’ — NBA World Rips Victor Wembanyama’s ’Scumbag’ Antics
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs bounced back in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, securing a critical 115-111 road win over the New York Knicks. However, a physical exchange between Wembanyama and Knicks star Jalen Brunson somewhat stole the spotlight, becoming one of the most talked-about moments of the contest.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 5:22 AMVictor Wembanyama as Knicks Fans’ New Favorite Villain? Spurs Star Says It’s Still The 4-Time All-Star
Victor Wembanyama is the biggest thorn in the New York Knicks’ quest for their first title since 1973, and players and fans experienced that in Game 3 when the visiting San Antonio Spurs secured the victory. Wembanyama and his teammates cut the series deficit to 2–1 after dropping the first two games at the Frost [...]
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 2:18 AMVictor Wembanyama’s Heated Moment With Jalen Brunson Ignites Strong Fan Reactions During Game 3
NBA fans were not happy with Victor Wembanyama in Game 3 of the Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. Since the Spurs are behind 2-0 in the series, they have begun to play frantically, and the opening quarter was intense. San Antonio started the game by imposing their physicality against the [...]
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 12:08 AMKnicks fans loudly boo Victor Wembanyama as Spurs star takes floor for Game 3
New York Knicks fans are giving San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama the business ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night. Upon taking the court ahead of the contest at Madison Square Garden, Knicks fans greeted…
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