NBA Finals viewership for Knicks vs. Spurs hits record numbers

The NBA Finals matchup between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs has generated significant interest, with Game 2 attracting an average of 16.43 million viewers, making it the most-watched Finals Game 2 in eight years. Overall, the series is averaging 16.68 million viewers, with Game 1 achieving a 14.7 household rating in New York, the highest tracked since 2002-03. This year’s Finals have also reached five billion social media views, marking a record for the early stages of the Championship. The Knicks, making their first Finals appearance in 27 years, have drawn notable attention as they face the Spurs, led by star Victor Wembanyama.

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