NBA Finals set: Spurs and Knicks open series Wednesday in San Antonio
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The 2025-26 NBA season reaches its climax this week when the San Antonio Spurs host the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the Finals on Wednesday, June 3. San Antonio is aiming for another championship, while New York is trying to capture its first title since 1973 and make the most of its first Finals appearance since 1999.
Series schedule
- Game 1: June 3, San Antonio
- Game 2: June 5, San Antonio
- Game 3: June 8, New York
- Game 4: June 10, New York
- Game 5: June 13, San Antonio (if necessary)
- Game 6: June 16, New York (if necessary)
- Game 7: June 19, San Antonio (if necessary)
How the Spurs reached the Finals
San Antonio accelerated its rebuild behind the rapid rise of rookie center Victor Wembanyama, now viewed as the league’s premier two-way player. The Spurs survived a demanding Western Conference bracket, eliminating the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in seven games. Veteran guard De’Aaron Fox has anchored the backcourt, while young wings Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper have provided consistent postseason production.
Why the Knicks are back on the biggest stage
New York enters the Finals as the NBA’s hottest team after winning 11 consecutive playoff games and sweeping both the 76ers and Cavaliers. Point guard Jalen Brunson continues to power the offense, and the front line of Karl-Anthony Towns, OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges and Josh Hart has given head coach Mike Brown balanced scoring and versatile defense.
Key matchup to watch
Everything revolves around Wembanyama’s interior presence. If Brunson can penetrate and Towns can pull the 7-foot-4 rookie away from the rim, New York may force San Antonio to abandon preferred coverages. Controlling the glass and limiting turnovers will be critical for the Knicks.
Outlook
Oddsmakers list the Spurs as slight favorites thanks to Wembanyama’s impact, but the Knicks’ momentum suggests a long, competitive series. A Spurs victory in seven games is the prevailing prediction.
Source: Hoops Wire
