Victor Wembanyama sparks Spurs comeback against Knicks in NBA Finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to a 115-111 victory over the New York Knicks in Game Three of the NBA Finals. This win marked the Spurs halving the Knicks' series lead, ending New York's 13-game winning streak. Wembanyama contributed 32 points, eight rebounds, and six assists, significantly impacting the game. The Spurs had previously faced a potential 3-0 series deficit, a position from which no NBA team has ever recovered. The series continues with Game Four scheduled for Wednesday night.
- •Knicks led the series 2-1 before this game.
- •Wembanyama's performance included 32 points and 6 assists.
- •Game Four is scheduled for Wednesday night.
- •The Knicks' winning streak lasted 46 days.
- •Trump attended the game, receiving significant boos from the crowd.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Victor Wembanyama comes good in NBA Finals as New York Knicks pegged back in front of Trump
"Wembanyama delivered a commanding performance as the Spurs halved the Knicks’ series lead in front of a raucous, anti-Trump crowd
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