Stephen A. Smith criticizes Knicks fans for mistreating Victor Wembanyama
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Stephen A. Smith condemned some Knicks fans for throwing items at Spurs player Victor Wembanyama following Game 3 of the NBA Finals, which saw New York complete the largest comeback in Finals history, leading the series 3-1. After the victory, multiple disturbances involving physical altercations arose among fans celebrating in the streets and targeting those in Spurs gear. NYPD reported 56 people taken into custody during the celebrations, with Smith expressing disgust over the conduct of a minority of fans, emphasizing such behavior does not represent true Knicks supporters. Smith reiterated that athletes do not deserve to face such treatment from unruly fans, calling for accountability.
- •Knicks fans threw items at Victor Wembanyama after Game 3's win.
- •New York leads the NBA Finals series 3-1.
- •At least 56 arrests were made following post-game celebrations.
- •Stephen A. Smith condemned the actions as unrepresentative of true Knicks fans.
- •Smith called for accountability among those responsible for the misconduct.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Stephen A. Smith unloads on ‘stupid *ss’ Knicks fans for throwing things at Victor Wembanyama
"The deplorable actions by a small portion of Knicks fans continue to besmirch the reputation of New Yorkers, and Stephen A. Smith has seen enough. After New York hosted their first NBA Finals game since 1999 Monday night, several fights broke out, with people wearing Spurs gear being targeted and attacked by groups of Knicks…
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