Victor Wembanyama expresses confidence in Spurs' title hopes despite 3-1 deficit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 7:43 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs trail the New York Knicks 3-1 in the NBA Finals after losing Game 4. Victor Wembanyama stated the team remains confident about a comeback, citing their ability to build significant leads in every game of the series. Other players echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the need to stay aggressive and accountable. The Spurs need to win Game 5 on Saturday to keep their championship hopes alive and will aim to apply lessons learned from their previous games. They plan to take it one game at a time, focusing on immediate performance rather than potential future scenarios.
- •Spurs blew a large lead in Game 4, contributing to their 3-1 Finals deficit.
- •Wembanyama and teammates remain optimistic about winning Game 5.
- •Spurs have held double-digit leads in each game of the series.
- •Team accountability emphasized as crucial for progression.
- •Next game is scheduled for Saturday in San Antonio.
- 7:43 PMYahoo Sports — Victor Wembanyama on Spurs' belief they can still win title down 3-1: 'Everyone knows we're gonna do it'
"Only one team in NBA Finals history has ever emerged as champs after falling into a 3-1 hole.
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