NBA Weekly Digest — 2026-06-09
The San Antonio Spurs delivered a statement 115-111 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, cutting the series deficit to 2-1 and injecting new life into the championship battle. Victor Wembanyama's dominant performance silenced the home crowd and kept the Spurs alive in their bid to dethrone the defending East champions.
NBA Weekly Digest — 2026-06-09
Top Performances of the Week
Victor Wembanyama — San Antonio Spurs
- Stats: Led the Spurs to a crucial road victory with a commanding performance that helped spark San Antonio's 115-111 Game 3 win
- Context: Playing in a hostile environment at Madison Square Garden, Wembanyama delivered when the Spurs needed it most, proving the Finals is far from over despite the team trailing 2-0 entering Game 3
Key Game Results
| Game | Score | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| Spurs @ Knicks (Game 3, NBA Finals) | 115-111 | Wembanyama and the Spurs stun New York at home to cut series to 2-1; Knicks' 11-game playoff win streak ends |
Standings Snapshot
Eastern Conference Top 8
- Detroit Pistons — 60-22 (Clinched East)
- Boston Celtics — 56-26
- New York Knicks — 53-29 (NBA Finals, leads 2-1)
- Cleveland Cavaliers — 52-30
- Toronto Raptors — 46-36
- Atlanta Hawks — 46-36
- Philadelphia 76ers — 45-37
- Orlando Magic — 45-37
Western Conference Top 8
- Oklahoma City Thunder — 64-18 (Clinched West)
- San Antonio Spurs — 62-20 (NBA Finals, trails 2-1)
- Denver Nuggets — 54-28
- Los Angeles Lakers — 53-29
- Houston Rockets — 52-30
- Minnesota Timberwolves — 49-33
- Phoenix Suns — 45-37
- Portland Trail Blazers — 42-40
Storylines to Watch
Finals on Knife's Edge — With the Spurs' Game 3 victory, the 2026 NBA Finals have become dramatically competitive. San Antonio proved they can win on the road in hostile environments, while the Knicks' 11-game playoff winning streak comes to an abrupt halt. Game 4 returns to Madison Square Garden, where every possession will be crucial in determining whether New York can close out the series or if the Spurs can force it back to Texas.
Wembanyama's Championship Credentials — The young Spurs superstar has answered the biggest stage with a performance that silenced doubts about his ability to perform in high-pressure moments. His Game 3 showing represents the kind of elite-level basketball needed to compete for a championship, positioning him as a potential Finals MVP candidate if San Antonio can complete the comeback.
Knicks' Resilience Tests — New York's first loss since entering the Finals presents a critical juncture. The Knicks must respond with composure and avoid panic, as playoff history shows that momentum swings in Finals series can be devastating. Their ability to regroup and maintain confidence with the series returning to their home court will define their championship aspirations.
What's Ahead
Game 4: Spurs @ Knicks (Wednesday, 8:30 PM ET, ABC) — The Knicks return home looking to restore their 3-1 lead, while the Spurs seek to make this a best-of-three series. This game represents a potential turning point: a Knicks win likely clinches the championship, but a Spurs victory forces Game 5 and complete momentum reversal.
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