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Spurs face Knicks' physicality and fan hostility in NBA Finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:16 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Spurs face Knicks' physicality and fan hostility in NBA Finals

Summary

The San Antonio Spurs are confronting the New York Knicks' physical play and a hostile environment from local supporters during the NBA Finals. The Spurs trail the series 2-1 ahead of game four scheduled for Wednesday in New York. Spurs players like Victor Wembanyama and Julian Champagnie addressed the challenges posed both by aggressive play and incidents at Spurs watch parties, where violence resulted in arrests. Wembanyama scored 32 points in game three, showing resilience amid Knicks fans' heckling. The series continues as the Spurs look to equalize.

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By the Numbers

•Spurs trail Knicks 2-1 in the NBA Finals series.
•Game four takes place on Wednesday in New York.
•Violence at Spurs watch parties led to 21 arrests.
•Wembanyama scored 32 points in game three.
•Champagnie and Harper emphasize focus amidst hostility.

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6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs handling physicality of Knicks and New York hostility

What they're saying

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Handling physicality from the New York Knicks and hostility from New York supporters has helped boost the San Antonio Spurs as they try to pull level in the NBA Finals."I feel like it's New York, hostile environment," he said.
— Yahoo Sports

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