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Spurs win Game 3 against Knicks in NBA Finals as Trump attends

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 4:48 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Spurs win Game 3 against Knicks in NBA Finals as Trump attends

Summary

On June 8, 2026, the San Antonio Spurs claimed their first victory in the NBA Finals, defeating the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. The win came after the Spurs lost the first two games at home. Spurs player Victor Wembanyama stood out with 32 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists. The Knicks had previously dominated the series but their loss at home marked only the second time in Finals history that the road team won each of the first three games. The aftermath saw mixed reactions, particularly regarding U.S. President Donald Trump's attendance, which some fans attributed to the Knicks' loss.

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By the Numbers

•Spurs win Game 3, marking first win in NBA Finals series.
•Wembanyama leads Spurs with 32 points and 6 assists.
•Knicks' home win streak ends at 14 games.
•Trump's attendance leads to increased security and mixed reactions.
•Series now stands at 2-1 in favor of the Knicks.

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4:48 AMYahoo Sports — ’Spurs Want Donald Trump To Go to Every Game’ — Dez Bryant, NFL World Reacts As Knicks Lose NBA Finals Game 3

What they're saying

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After the San Antonio Spurs lost the first two games at home, it seemed like the euphoria of beating the Oklahoma City Thunder had taken away some of their fire. But, trying to make it a series on the road at Madison Square Garden, they won their first game of these Finals.
— Yahoo Sports

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