Spurs struggle in game one of NBA Finals against Knicks
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:58 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs lost to the New York Knicks in game one of the NBA Finals on June 3, 2026. San Antonio had a double-digit lead but faltered late, resulting in a 102-95 defeat. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 26 points but acknowledged his poor shooting night. He stated he remains confident the team can improve in game two, scheduled for June 5 in Texas, asserting that the Finals setting was not an excuse for the team's performance.
- •Spurs lose game one to the Knicks 102-95 in the NBA Finals.
- •Victor Wembanyama scores 26 points but struggles with shooting.
- •San Antonio had a double-digit lead before losing momentum.
- •Wembanyama expresses confidence in the team's ability to rebound.
- •Game two is scheduled for June 5 in Texas.
- 4:58 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Finals: Why Victor Wembanyama looked gassed against the Knicks at the end of Game 1 loss
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Wembanyama 'not worried' after Knicks stun Spurs in finals opener
"Victor Wembanyama refused to hit the panic button on Wednesday after the San Antonio Spurs blew a double-digit lead to suffer a potentially crucial NBA Finals game one defeat to the New York Knicks.Wembanyama also rejected suggestions that the occasion of playing in the NBA Finals might have played a role in San Antonio's defeat.
"The Spurs’ overall reliance on Wembanyama defensively appeared to drain the 22-year-old. Should they be worried?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 4:58 AMNBA Finals: Why Victor Wembanyama looked gassed against the Knicks at the end of Game 1 loss
The Spurs’ overall reliance on Wembanyama defensively appeared to drain the 22-year-old. Should they be worried?
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 4:12 AMWembanyama 'not worried' after Knicks stun Spurs in finals opener
Victor Wembanyama refused to hit the panic button on Wednesday after the San Antonio Spurs blew a double-digit lead to suffer a potentially crucial NBA Finals game one defeat to the New York Knicks.Wembanyama also rejected suggestions that the occasion of playing in the NBA Finals might have played a role in San Antonio's defeat.
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