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Spurs face critical Game 3 with heightened sense of urgency against Knicks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 2:35 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Spurs face critical Game 3 with heightened sense of urgency against Knicks
Summary

The San Antonio Spurs are preparing for Game 3 against the New York Knicks, down 2-0 in the NBA Finals. Stephon Castle indicated the team's sense of urgency is at an all-time high as they travel to Madison Square Garden. After a close loss in Game 2, the Spurs recognize the need to secure a victory to remain competitive in the series. Castle noted that the pressure is immense and likened the current situation to past must-win encounters. If the Spurs fail to win Game 3, it could effectively end their championship aspirations.

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By the Numbers
  • •Spurs are down 2-0 after a close Game 2 loss.
  • •Stephon Castle emphasizes peak urgency ahead of Game 3.
  • •Game 3 will take place at Madison Square Garden.
  • •Castle points to enormous pressure and past must-win experiences.
  • •If unable to win, Spurs face bleak playoff future.
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  • 2:35 AMYahoo Sports — Stephon Castle admits the Spurs' sense of urgency is at its peak ahead of Game 3
What they're saying
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The Spurs need to bounce back in Game 3 to have a chance at winning the championship, and the players know it.

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