Victor Wembanyama faces Knicks in 2026 NBA Finals opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 4:26 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs host the New York Knicks tonight at the Frost Bank Center to begin the 2026 NBA Finals. This matchup marks a rematch of the 1999 Finals. Victor Wembanyama, who averaged 27.3 points and 10.9 rebounds in the Western Conference Finals, has drawn attention for his potential to dominate the series, particularly if he adds muscle similar to Giannis Antetokounmpo's. The Knicks will experience Wembanyama's unique skill set firsthand, with forecasts suggesting challenges in containing him if he builds strength to match his size.
- •Spurs and Knicks face off in the NBA Finals opener tonight.
- •Wembanyama excelled with 27.3 points and 10.9 rebounds in WCF.
- •Greg Oden suggests Wembanyama needs more muscle to maximize his potential.
- •Antetokounmpo's physicality is highlighted as a model for Wembanyama.
- •Wembanyama’s performance could define the series for the Spurs.
- 4:26 PMYahoo Sports — This specific Giannis Antetokounmpo trait would make Victor Wembanyama impossible to stop
"Greg Oden explains why Victor Wembanyama will dominate the NBA Finals against the Knicks once he adds Giannis Antetokounmpo’s muscle build.
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