Spurs rally behind Wembanyama's 32 points to narrow series deficit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:37 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks 115-111 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals on June 8. Victor Wembanyama scored 32 points and grabbed eight rebounds, playing a pivotal role in the victory. The win pulls the Spurs within 2-1 in the best-of-seven series, with Game 4 set for Wednesday. The Knicks struggled with turnovers and free throw shooting, which contributed to snapping their 13-game win streak.
- •Wembanyama scores 32 points and secures eight rebounds.
- •Spurs overcome Knicks after trailing 2-0 in the series.
- •Knicks made 13 turnovers and were outscored on free throws.
- •Game 4 scheduled for Wednesday.
- 5:37 AMYahoo Sports — Wemby finds answers in art as Spurs fight back in NBA Finals
"Victor Wembanyama escaped the NBA Finals whirlwind with some drawing in a park before playing a starring role in the San Antonio Spurs' 115-111 victory at the New York Knicks on Monday."Wemby" escaped the mental tensions of the NBA Finals by leaving the hotel hours before game three and making a drawing of a statue in a park.
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