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New York Knicks face San Antonio Spurs in 2026 NBA Finals beginning June 3

ESPN Press Room • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 12:21 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

New York Knicks face San Antonio Spurs in 2026 NBA Finals beginning June 3
Summary

The 2026 NBA Finals will start on June 3 at 8:30 p.m. ET, featuring the Eastern Conference Champion New York Knicks against the San Antonio Spurs. This matchup marks the Knicks' first Finals appearance since 1999 and their first on ABC. The Spurs, led by Victor Wembanyama, will aim for their sixth Finals win on the network. ABC’s coverage will include pregame, halftime, and postgame shows led by the Inside the NBA team, enhancing the traditional broadcast experience with multiple alternate viewing options available exclusively on the ESPN App.

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Key Details
  • •Knicks play in their first Finals since 1999
  • •Spurs lead by Defensive Player of the Year Wembanyama
  • •ABC to air Games live with additional content
  • •Inside the NBA team provides coverage for the Finals
  • •Alternate presentations available through ESPN App
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  • 12:21 PMESPN Press Room — ABC’s exclusive coverage of the 2026 NBA Finals begins June 3: New York Knicks vs. San Antonio Spurs - ESPN Press Room
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For the first time, the legendary Inside the NBA team to serve as the official NBA Finals pregame, halftime and postgame shows Pat McAfee to lead alternate presentation for Game 3 NBA Finals on ESPN R

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