Spurs edge Knicks 115-111 as officiating draws criticism in Game 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 1:22 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks 115-111 in Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 8. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 32 points, while a critical Flagrant 1 foul was called on Jalen Brunson in the third quarter. Controversy surrounded the game, particularly concerning a shove by Wembanyama on Brunson that went uncalled, leading Knicks coach Mike Brown to criticize the officiating. The Spurs, now down 2-1 in the series, look to capitalize on the momentum heading into Game 4 at Madison Square Garden on June 10.
- •Spurs trail Knicks 2-1 in NBA Finals.
- •Wembanyama scores 32 points; Brunson receives Flagrant 1.
- •Brown criticizes free-throw disparity after the game.
- •Spurs cut Knicks' lead in the second half with crucial plays.
- •Game 4 scheduled for June 10 at Madison Square Garden.
- 1:22 PMYahoo Sports — Jalen Brunson Flagrant Foul Sparks Officiating Firestorm After Victor Wembanyama Shove Goes Uncalled
"The San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks 115-111 in Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals. Victor Wembanyama scored 32 points, and Stephon Castle hit a clutch three with 1:53 left. However, the biggest talking point after the game was the officiating. The Spurs entered Game 3 trailing 0-2 in the series and [...]
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