Spurs reach NBA Finals but fall to Knicks, eyes on future championship
CBS NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 2:45 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026

The San Antonio Spurs faced the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals, marking their first appearance in 12 years. Despite entering the series as favorites, the Spurs couldn't secure the title, losing in five games. Key players like Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox faced challenges throughout the series. Though disappointing, the season exceeded expectations for a young team, which is now set to be among the title favorites for the upcoming season. The Spurs recorded double-digit leads in each game but ultimately fell short, raising questions about coaching decisions and player performances.
- •Spurs lost to Knicks in five games in the NBA Finals.
- •This was the Spurs' first Finals appearance since 2015.
- •Victor Wembanyama and a young core exceeded expectations this season.
- •Spurs held double-digit leads in all five Finals games.
- •San Antonio is a co-favorite for the 2027 championship.
- 2:45 PMCBS NBA — The Spurs' ahead-of-schedule season ended bitterly, but they'll be title favorites for years to come
"The Spurs, early co-favorites to win it all in 2027, had the chance to win their first title of the Victor Wembanyama era slip away vs. the Knicks
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