2026 NBA Finals: Spurs Win Game 3, Series Update

The 2026 NBA Finals did not witness a sweep as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks 115-111 at Madison Square Garden on June 8, 2026. This loss prevented the Knicks from sweeping the series and leaves them with a 2-1 lead.

The game exhibited a fiercely competitive nature, with the Spurs erasing a seven-point halftime deficit to secure the victory. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 32 points, complemented by Stephon Castle, who contributed 23 points, including a crucial late three-pointer and game-sealing free throws.

The Knicks were powered by Jalen Brunson, who scored 32 points, while OG Anunoby added 28. The loss in Game 3 broke New York's impressive 13-game winning streak in the playoffs, which had lasted 46 days. The Knicks originally trailed 2-1 in the first round against the Atlanta Hawks before winning three straight games. They also swept the Philadelphia 76ers and the Cleveland Cavaliers in subsequent rounds before winning the first two games of the Finals against the Spurs.

With Game 4 scheduled for June 10, 2026, at 8:30 p.m. ET in MSG, the Knicks aim to gain a 3-1 series lead. The series will return to San Antonio for Game 5 on June 13, 2026, also at 8:30 p.m. ET. If needed, Game 6 is set for June 16, 2026, and a potential Game 7 would take place on June 19, 2026.

The betting odds for the series had the Knicks favored at -184 and the Spurs at +154 as of June 5, 2026. For Finals MVP, the odds had Jalen Brunson leading at +105, closely followed by Victor Wembanyama at +165.