Wembanyama leads Spurs into Game 5 against Knicks, down 3-1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 4:07 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are set to play in Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, trailing 3-1 in the series. Despite a recent setback where they lost a 29-point lead in Game 4, Wembanyama expressed confidence in his team's ability to bounce back. He emphasized the importance of taking the series one game at a time as they face the pressure of the postseason. Wembanyama, recognized for his high level of maturity, aims to meet the expectations set for him as a generational talent. The Spurs look to regain momentum in this do-or-die matchup.
- •Spurs trail Knicks 3-1 in the NBA Finals
- •Wembanyama confident ahead of Game 5
- •Spurs lost a 29-point lead in Game 4
- •Team aims to take it one game at a time
- •Wembanyama looking to live up to expectations
- 4:07 AMYahoo Sports — Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs are confident in a comeback despite the pressure
"Victor Wembanyama looks to be quite confident but also level-headed in his latest viral quote.
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