The New York Knicks will host the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks lead the series 2-0 after winning both games in San Antonio. The game is scheduled for Monday, June 8, 2026, at 8:30 PM and will be broadcasted on ABC.
San Antonio’s postseason record stands at 12-8, but they have lost the last two games. The Knicks have been strong in the playoffs with a 14-2 record and a current 10-game winning streak. Both teams will look to their star players to make an impact in this crucial game.
San Antonio Spurs Team Preview
The San Antonio Spurs are heading into their next game with a recent track record of close contests. In their last game, they narrowly lost to the New York Knicks by one point, with a final score of 105-104. Victor Wembanyama led the team with 29 points and 9 rebounds in that game.
Throughout the postseason, the Spurs have been strong on offense, scoring 113.7 points per game, which ranks them 5th. They excel in rebounding, grabbing 47.4 boards per game, the 2nd highest in the postseason. Their defense is also notable, allowing only 105 points per game, ranking 6th overall.
Key players for the Spurs include Victor Wembanyama, who averages 23.6 points and 10.7 rebounds per game. Stephon Castle contributes with 18.8 points and 6.3 assists on average. De’Aaron Fox also plays a crucial role, adding 16.1 points and 5.8 assists per game.
New York Knicks Team Preview
The New York Knicks have been strong in recent games. They won Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs by 1 point. Karl-Anthony Towns led with 21 points and 13 rebounds.
During Game 1 against the Spurs, the Knicks won by 10 points. Jalen Brunson scored 30 points, contributing to the team’s success. They maintained a field goal percentage of 41.5%.
In the Eastern Conference Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Knicks secured a 37-point win. Karl-Anthony Towns was pivotal, scoring 19 points and grabbing 14 rebounds. The team shot 49.0% from the field in that game.
Betting Prediction
The Spurs have a solid offense. They score 113.7 points per game, ranking them 5th. Their effective field goal percentage is 53.7, which is also strong.
Defensively, the Knicks are tough. They allow only 100.4 points per game. This is the best in the league for points allowed.
Both teams have strong defenses. The Spurs allow a field goal percentage of 41.3, which is the best. The Knicks are also strong, allowing just 43.4%.
- Pick: Under 216
