Victor Wembanyama makes NBA Finals debut with Spurs in Game 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 7:05 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Victor Wembanyama made his NBA Finals debut for the San Antonio Spurs against the New York Knicks on June 3, 2026. He scored 26 points and recorded 12 rebounds and three blocks, but the Spurs lost 105-95. This performance joined him with legends like Shaquille O'Neal, Hakeem Olajuwon, and Elvin Hayes, who also posted strong stats in their Finals debuts. The Knicks enter the series riding a 12-game playoff winning streak. Game 2 of the Finals is upcoming as Wembanyama looks to improve on his debut.
- •Wembanyama scored 26 points on 6 of 21 shooting.
- •He added 12 rebounds and three blocks in his Finals debut.
- •The Spurs lost Game 1 to the Knicks, 105-95.
- •Wembanyama joins legends with similar debut stats.
- •Game 2 of the series will take place soon.
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama Joins Elite Group With NBA Finals Debut
"Several basketball legends had eerily similar debuts in the NBA Finals to Victor Wembanyama, including Shaquille O'Neal.
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