The San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks 115-111 [1] on Tuesday in Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals.
This victory prevents a potential 3-0 series deficit and provides the Spurs with a critical opportunity to reclaim momentum after losing the first two games of the finals.
The game took place on June 9, 2026 [2], at Madison Square Garden in New York City [3]. The Spurs displayed a combination of poise and aggression to secure the win, effectively opening the series back up after their initial struggles [4].
President Donald Trump attended the matchup at Madison Square Garden [5]. The atmosphere in the arena remained tense as the Spurs fought to overcome the home-court advantage of the Knicks.
Following the victory, Victor Wembanyama addressed the team's progress and the challenges remaining in the series. Despite the win, Wembanyama remained focused on the difficulty of the road ahead.
"The hardest is yet to come," Wembanyama said [6].
The Spurs now head into the remainder of the series with a 1-2 record, having proven they can win in one of the most challenging environments in professional basketball — the home floor of the New York Knicks.
“The hardest is yet to come.”
By winning Game 3, the San Antonio Spurs have avoided a historically difficult 0-3 hole in the NBA Finals. This shift in momentum forces the New York Knicks to defend their lead while proving that the Spurs' strategy can neutralize the Knicks' home-court advantage at Madison Square Garden.
