Relive the final 5:08 of Game 5 of the 2026 NBA Finals as the New York Knicks completed an unforgettable comeback to capture their first NBA championship since 1973.
Trailing by 16 points earlier in the game, the Knicks closed strong behind a historic performance from Jalen Brunson, who scored 45 points and 15 in the fourth quarter to lead New York to a 94-90 victory over the San Antonio Spurs.
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The New York Knicks ended a 53-year drought by capturing the 2026 NBA championship, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 4-1. The series was defined by New York’s late-game execution and historic comebacks, notably rallying from a 29-point deficit in Game 4 and erasing a double-digit lead in the Game 5 clincher.
New Yorkās balanced offensive attack and resilient defense allowed them to win three pivotal games on the road. Point guard Jalen Brunson led the charge, rightfully securing the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP award after a breathtaking 45-point masterpiece in Game 5. Karl-Anthony Towns provided critical floor spacing and interior toughness, while Mikal Bridges delivered elite two-way play, anchoring the perimeter defense and hitting timely buckets.
The young Spurs fought valiantly but struggled to maintain large leads under pressure. Victor Wembanyama was a generational force, anchoring the paint with historic shot-blocking while leading his team in scoring. All-Star guard De’Aaron Fox used his blazing speed to dictate the tempo, while Devin Vassell served as a reliable secondary scorer. Ultimately, New York’s veteran poise proved too much for the rising Spurs.
NEW YORK KNICKS WIN 1ST TITLE SINCE ’73
Jalen Brunson scored 45 PTS (15 in 4Q) for New York, as they rallied from down 16 PTS to win their FIRST title in 53 years and their third title in franchise history with a 94-90 win in Game 5 over the Spurs.
The Indiana Fever secured a historic 114ā106 overtime victory against the Chicago Sky, driven by an unforgettable performance from their “Big 3”, Boston, Clark, and Mitchell.
double-double duo š„š„
tonight Aliyah Boston (34 PTS & 12 REB) and Caitlin Clark (32 PTS & 10 AST) became the first teammates in @WNBA history to have 30-point double-doubles in the same game š®āšØ
make them All-Stars āØ https://t.co/0JPFA3r5GL pic.twitter.com/Yu1EE3qLcc
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 12, 2026
Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark made WNBA history as the first teammates to record 30-point double-doubles in the same game. Boston dominated the paint, racking up a career-high 34 points and 12 rebounds, including a crucial six-rebound effort in overtime. Clark masterfully orchestrated the offense, delivering 32 points, 10 assists, and a flawless 15-of-15 shooting performance from the free-throw line. Complementing the duo, Kelsey Mitchell provided vital perimeter scoring, finishing with 19 points and converting a critical fast-break layup during the extra period to seal the win.
Game highlights;
The victory improves Indiana’s record to 7ā5 overall and 3ā1 in the Commissioner’s Cup tournament. The soaring Fever will look to keep their momentum rolling when they hit the road to face the Connecticut Sun, Saturday night. Sky will host the Liberty Wednesday evening.
THE FULL ENDING OF GAME 4.
UNCUT. šæšæšæšæ pic.twitter.com/ZZNYRySRA3
— NBA (@NBA) June 11, 2026
The Knicks defeated the Spurs, 107-106 tonight in New York. It is the largest comeback in Finals history. Jalen Brunson led the way for the Knicks with 36 points on 12-25 from the field (3-7 from 3) to go along with 7 assists and 5 rebounds. For the Spurs, Victor Wembanyama had a team-high 24 points on 9-25 from the field (2-8 from 3). The Knicks lead the series 3-1.
Tonight marked just the 5th time in the play-by-play era (since 1998) that a team erased a 20+ point deficit in the 4th quarter to win a playoff game.
CC continues to shine š«š°
congrats to Caitlin Clark on being named to @TIME's 100 most influential people in sports 2026 list. pic.twitter.com/5EbP6nQxpS
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 9, 2026
Clark is one of the three WNBA Players that made the list.
Caitlin Clark is one of three WNBA players to make the list. Joining her are A’ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces and Nneka Ogwumike of the Los Angeles Sparks.
You can checkout the full list of Time’s 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026 here.
ESPN:
The New York Knicks made a record comeback from 29 points down and moved to the brink of their first championship since 1973 by beating the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 on Wednesday night.
OG Anunoby tipped in the miss of Jalen Brunsonās long 3-point attempt with 1.2 seconds remaining to complete the rally, giving the Knicks a 3-1 lead and three chances to win the championship.
Spurs had this in the bag, they could never miss a 3-points in the first half and built a 29 point lead, the Spur had a 27 point lead entering the 3rd then the Spurs started missing their outside shot and the Knicks erases the lead and made it to a 15 point game in the 4th and that’s where everything fell apart for the Spurs.
Game Highlights;
THE NEW YORK KNICKS GET THE STOP TO COMPLETE THE LARGEST COMEBACK IN NBA FINALS HISTORY šØšØšØ
THEY TRAILED BY 29.
THEY NOW LEAD THE SERIES 3-1. pic.twitter.com/bZEQ1UWakX
— NBA (@NBA) June 11, 2026
OG ANUNOBY WITH THE PUTBACK.
KNICKS COMPLETE THE 29-PT COMEBACK FOR THE WIN.
LARGEST COMEBACK IN NBA FINALS HISTORY š¤Æ pic.twitter.com/ZtWVWY6JsR
— NBA (@NBA) June 11, 2026
To say this is the “Greatest Comeback in NBA Finals History!” would be an understatement.
The Spurs still has a chance to redeem themselves as they go back to San Antonio for Game 5 this Saturday evening.
All business š
Iva Jovic books her place in the quarterfinals, defeating Eala 6-2, 6-2!#HSBCChampionships pic.twitter.com/GYp0kXsWpA
— wta (@WTA) June 10, 2026
After cruising through her opening match, Alex Eala found herself on the receiving end of a dominant performance as Iva Jovic took their match 6-2, 6-2 to advance to the quarterfinals. Jovic’s next opponent at the 2026 Queen’s Club Championships (HSBC Championships) in London will be the tournament’s second seed, Amanda Anisimova.
LeBron James wrote the blueprint for exceeding expectations.
Hereās how our first-ever TIME100 Sports cover star redefined the modern athlete: https://t.co/VjIOkChMBM pic.twitter.com/0PCKJSeFMH
— TIME (@TIME) June 9, 2026
The article is also a great read, How LeBron James Redefined the Modern Athlete
Fresh off her triumphant title run at the Lexus Birmingham Open, Filipino tennis star Alex Eala continued her stellar grass-court form on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, with a commanding victory over Chinaās Zhang Shuai. In their first-ever singles meeting, Eala defeated the veteran campaigner 6-3, 6-2 to advance to the round of 16 at the HSBC Championships in London.
Despite a slow start where she fell behind 0-2 early, the 21-year-old Filipina quickly found her rhythm. She dominated the veteran Zhang, capitalizing on the Chinese starās 33 unforced errors with consistent, aggressive groundstrokes. Eala sealed the victory in just 69 minutes.
Match highlights;
Eala now faces a rematch against American Iva Jovic. After her recent title win in Birmingham, Eala enters the next round as a serious contender, seeking redemption for her French Open loss, last month.
Robin Lundberg, reporting for SI;
Caitlin Clark hit the shot that she and the Indiana Fever had to have. The Fever lost a 17-point lead and found themselves down one with 4.3 seconds remainingāenter Clark.
Clark nailed a 31-foot three-pointer from the left wing, leaving the Mystics with just 1.2 seconds on the clock. Indiana was able to hold on the other end to secure a much-needed victory, and avoid another bad loss after being in front, like what happened against the New York Liberty in their last game.
Here’s that Caitlin Clark three-pointer to give the Fever a one-point lead and eventually win the game (78 – 76).
Caitlin Clark game-winner as seen on phantom š»š»š¼ pic.twitter.com/EBXEpHL7pE
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 9, 2026
Read the great “takeaways” on the source article.
This is a great win for Indiana, especially considering the backlash that will appears from CC critics add the potential damage to her confidence and the team’s morale, particularly since she is currently in a shooting slump.
Here’s some game highlights from last night’s game between the Indiana Fever and Washington Mystics;
Next for the Fever will be at home against the Chicago Sky, while the Washington Mystics will also be heading home and try to snap a two-game losing streak against the Toronto Tempo.
ESPN;
Victor Wembanyama has his first NBA Finals win ā and the New York Knicks suddenly have a lot of work left to end their 53-year championship drought.
Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists, carrying the San Antonio Spurs to a 115-111 victory Monday night that cut the Knicksā lead to 2-1 in the best-of-seven series.
San Antonio is trying to make a first-of-its-kind NBA Finals comeback, and the 7-foot-4 Wembanyama, with his array of skills, makes anything look possible.
I’m not sure if it was the environment or that the US President was in the audience made the atmosphere in MSG a little difference than usual.
Here’s the final 4:50 of the game;
The Spurs defeat the Knicks, 115-111. The Spurs were led by the 32 points and 8 rebounds and 6 assists from Victor Wembanyama, while Stephon Castle also added 23 points. The Knicks were led by Jalen Brunson, who had 32 points and 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The Knicks lead the series 2-1
Tyler Watts, reporting for Lake Show Life;
The Los Angeles Lakers are forcing LeBron James to choose between taking a pay cut and finding a new team. The franchise is prioritizing a long-term deal for Austin Reaves in free agency. They are building around Luka Doncic and want AR to be his co-star for years to come. In the NBAās current cap landscape, it is unrealistic to have three max contracts. LeBron will have to sacrifice or find a new home.
I guess that “The Lakers take care of their superstars.” does not apply with Lebron’s situation. Lebron will either go to another team that’s ready to pay him or take a massive paycut to stay with the Lakers.
In challenging conditions, with windy weather and multiple rain interruptions disrupting the rhythm of the match, Eala showed resilience and composure to stay focused throughout a hard-fought semi-final. After taking the opening set, the Filipina responded strongly to Masarova’s fightback, raising her level in the decider to secure a 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 victory and book her place in the final.
The Knicks defeated the Spurs, 105-104 tonight in San Antonio. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 21 points along with 13 rebounds and 4 assists, while Mikal Bridges also added 20 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with a team-high 29 points, 4 blocks and 9 rebounds, while De’Aaron Fox also added 20 points, 5 assists and 3 rebounds. The Knicks lead the series 2-0
Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala secured a spot in her first final of the season after surviving a grueling, rain-delayed semifinal clash against Switzerlandās Rebeka Masarova at the Birmingham Open.
The top-seeded Eala demonstrated immense composure on the grass courts of the Edgbaston Priory Club, ultimately defeating the resilient Swiss qualifier in a three-set thriller, 6-2, 4-6, 6-3.
Eala standardly dominated the opening set, coasting to a quick 6-2 lead. However, world No. 132 Masarova found her rhythm in the second set, matching Ealaās intensity and breaking the Filipina to force a deciding third set.
The final set turned into a true test of endurance, punctuated by two separate weather disruptions. Eala was leading 5-2 in the decider when a heavy downpour halted play for over an hour. When the players returned to Centre Court, Masarova managed to hold her serve to extend the match. Undeterred, the 21-year-old Filipina held her nerve, closing out the match with decisive forehand winners to seal the victory.
Game highlights;
With this hard-fought triumph, Eala advances to the second WTA 125 final of her career, where she will face her former doubles partner, Nikola Bartunkova of the Czech Republic. The 2026 Birmingham Open Finals will be this June 7th.
Breanna Stewart's 30-ball was pivotal in the @nyliberty's fourth consecutive win āļø
ā”ļøTied Angel McCoughtry for the third-most 30-point games in WNBA history.
ā”ļøRecorded 30 PTS, 8 REB & 4 STL#WNBASeason30 | 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup | @coinbase pic.twitter.com/BHbwcKW1u1— WNBA (@WNBA) June 7, 2026
The New York Liberty secured a hard-fought 83-75 victory over the Indiana Fever at the Barclays Center, shaking up the WNBA Commissionerās Cup standings.
The Fever ignited early with high-tempo offense, snapping up a 25-21 first-quarter lead behind dominant paint play from Aliyah Bostonāwho climbed to third on Indiana’s all-time rebounding listāand a season-high 15 points and 8 rebounds from Monique Billings. Kelsey Mitchell paced the offense with 21 points with 7 rebounds, while Caitlin Clark battled through defensive pressure to keep Indiana ahead through the third quarter, with her 10 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists.
However, the fourth quarter belonged to New York. The Libertyās veteran poise wore down Indiana’s defense, capitalizing heavily on execution and drawing fouls to sink a decisive 33 free throws down the stretch. Breanna Stewart scored 30 points and 8 rebounds, and lead the Liberty with her steady multi-position impact and Jonquel Jones anchors inside with her 12 rebounds and 1 block, New York’s aggressive final frame overwhelmed the Fever, locking down a gritty home win.
Game highlights;
The Liberty win at home as they defeat the Fever, 83-75, for their fourth straight win!
Breanna Stewart: 30 PTS | 8 REB | 4 STL | 2 AST
Satou Sabally: 13 PTS | 5 REB
Pauline Astier: 12 PTS | 3 REB | 3 AST
Indiana Fever will travel to Washington for a rematch with the Mystics, while New York Liberty will go to Connecticut for another game against the Sun, both games will this Monday evening.
Vincent Goodwill, reporting for ESPN;
Karl-Anthony Towns has been where Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs are now: a talented bunch that is trying to get over the hump but keeps making errors to land in impossible situations.
Towns’ experience, forged through some recent playoff failures, seems to be driving the bus for the New York Knicks, who held off a late surge by the Spurs on Friday night for a 105-104 win in Game 2 at Frost Bank Center and a 2-0 series lead in the NBA Finals.
That was a costly turnover by Wemby after a Jalen Brunson miss and a “potential game winning play” for the Spurs.
Wemby's costly turnover in the finals seconds of Game 2…
Tough. pic.twitter.com/96BRj8L5Aj
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) June 6, 2026
Going back to MSG with a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals, the atmosphere will be bonkers and ticket prices will surely cost a kidney and a liver.
Top-seeded Filipina tennis star Alex Eala put on a dominant performance at the 2026 Birmingham Open, sweeping past Thailand’s Mananchaya Sawangkaew in straight sets, 6-3, 6-2, to secure her spot in the tournament’s final four.
The world No. 37 controlled the pace of the quarterfinal match from the outset. Eala took the opening set in 48 minutes, showcasing sharp baseline play and converting critical breakpoints. She carried that momentum cleanly into the second set, breaking Sawangkaew to take a commanding 4-2 lead before closing out the match. The victory allowed Eala to avenge a previous career loss to the Thai player and level their head-to-head record at 1-1.
OUTSTANDING Alex Eala in Birmingham š¤Æ#LexusBirminghamOpen pic.twitter.com/wc0pEiLoMo
— LTA (@the_LTA) June 4, 2026
With this commanding win, Eala advances to the semifinals of the WTA 125 event. Up next, she will face Switzerland’s Rebeka Masarova as she continues her strong push for the grass-court title.
Source: Olympics
The Indiana Fever opened their Commissionerās Cup defense with a commanding 83-71 victory over the Atlanta Dream, powered by an elite display from their big three.
Kelsey Mitchell stole the spotlight, exploding for 25 points on efficient 11-of-15 shooting. Her personal 11-point flurry in the third quarter effectively broke the game open, while she also surpassed 5,000 career points. Aliyah Boston anchored the interior with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 blocks, while Caitlin Clark orchestrated the offense beautifully, flirting with a triple-double by tallying 17 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists.
Kelsey Mitchell keeps climbing š§āāļø
led the charge and surpassed 5,000 career points tonight. pic.twitter.com/9Z8Slu0k2I
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 5, 2026
In contrast, Indiana’s defense neutralized Atlantaās perimeter stars. Allisha Gray struggled heavily, shooting just 5-of-18 for 13 points, while Rhyne Howard was limited to just 8 points on 2-of-9 shooting. Jordin Canada and Naz Hillmon chipped in 13 and 12 points, respectively, while Angel Reese logged a double-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds, and 2 blocks. However, Atlanta’s 34.3% team shooting couldn’t match the Fever’s firepower, as Indiana shot 44% from the field and 44% from beyond the arc.
Game highlights;
Indiana Fever will face New York Liberty, while Atlanta will host Washington Mystics, both games will be this Saturday.
Missed the Game? Me too but here’s the final 4:53 of Game 1, which was an absolute masterclass in clutch basketball, showing why these two superstars dominated the floor.
Victor Wembanyama anchored the interior, erasing shots at the rim and hitting a massive bucket to put San Antonio ahead 95-94.
But Jalen Brunson completely hijacked the final minutes. Scoring or assisting on nearly every possession down the stretch, Brunson keyed a stunning 9-0 run, icing the game with tough, contested buckets to seal a thrilling 105-95 victory.
The New York Knicks stole game 1 of the NBA Finals, Jalen Brunson lead the team with 30 points, that includes a three pointer of a Mikal Bridges assist with less than 2-mins in the game and gave the Knicks back the lead and stopped the Spurs’ 9 straight points. The win will also be the Knicks 12th straight win in the Post Season stretching back in the 1st Round against the Hawks.
12 CONSECUTIVE POSTSEASON WINS FOR NEW YORK.
THEY TAKE A 1-0 SERIES LEAD IN THE NBA FINALS! pic.twitter.com/ORCoyhHMdr
— NBA (@NBA) June 4, 2026
Karl-Anthony Towns the second leading scorer for the Knicks with 18 points and 12 rebounds but was in foul trouble late in the game. OG Anunoby added 17 points with his 2 crucial free throw in the last 30-secs to give NY an 8-point cushion against the San Antonio. Jost Hart may not have a great offesive game but was big on the defensive side, including the a steal of Wembanyama that resulted to a Brunson jumper that gave them the a 6-point lead (101 – 95).
The Spurs had their chance to wrap the game up but a number of turnover that resulted to a Knick point lost them the game. Victor Wembanyama lead the Spurs with 26 points, 12 rebs and 3 blocks but he also committed 6 turnover. Stephon Castle had 17 points and 8 rebounds, while rookie Dylan Harper, who is playing like a seasoned veteran added 16 points and 8 rebounds.
Game highlights;
The patience of OG Anunoby on this three-pointer š
He's got 8 already in the fourth! pic.twitter.com/LdD5oxORDN
— NBA (@NBA) June 4, 2026
JALEN BRUNSON 4Q TAKEOVER.
THE CAPTAIN LEADS NEW YORK TO VICTORY.
Knicks move 3 wins away from their first NBA Championship in 53 years š¤Æ pic.twitter.com/xj7MPUZ0uv
— NBA (@NBA) June 4, 2026
Wemby (18 PTS) with the putback.
Spurs Nuns with the approval š
Watch the 4Q of Knicks/Spurs Game 1 on ABC! pic.twitter.com/Z404XJQWDn
— NBA (@NBA) June 4, 2026
Hit the three.
Hit the shrug š https://t.co/3nwJkgvBmW pic.twitter.com/ff53XRGjNh
— NBA (@NBA) June 4, 2026
Spurs will look to regroup in Game 2 this Friday night.
If you are riding with the Silver and Black, you have plenty of evidence to back up a championship run. While the Knicks are deep, the Spurs are actually entering the Finals as the odds-on betting favorites for some very distinct, terrifying reasons if youāre a New York fan.
ššššš ššš š ššššš š½#PorVida | @HEB | @Ledger pic.twitter.com/CDCS2O55Ut
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) May 31, 2026
Here is the analytical blueprint for how the San Antonio Spurs win the 2026 NBA Finals:
1. The Victor Wembanyama Cheat Code
Any championship argument for San Antonio starts and ends with Wemby. At just 22 years old, he is already the most disruptive defensive force in the NBA, fresh off locking down the Western Conference Finals MVP against OKC.
While the Knicks have Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson to throw at him, Wembanyama fundamentally alters how teams have to play. He completely shuts down the paint, meaning Jalen Brunson and New Yorkās driving guards will face an uphill battle finishing at the rim. If Wembanyama can pull Towns away on defense and dominate the rim on the other end, the Knicksā offense could stagnate heavily.
2. Elite Backcourt Clutches: The DeāAaron Fox Effect
The mid-season acquisition of DeāAaron Fox completely changed the trajectory of this franchise. In past years, teams could blitz and throw junk defenses at Wemby because the Spurs lacked a premier, dynamic engine at point guard.
Now, with Fox operating in tandem with Devin Vassell and a highly impactful rookie campaign from Dylan Harper, the Spurs boast a closing lineup that is impossible to guard. Fox is one of the premier clutch bucket-getters in the league. When games slow down in the 4th quarter of the Finals, San Antonio has an elite perimeter creator who can punish New Yorkās drop coverage.
3. Momentum and Battle-Tested Poise
While New York sitting at home resting for over a week sounds nice on paper, it can also breed rust. The Spurs are coming off a grueling, emotional high after winning a spectacular Game 7 on the road against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder.
They are in an absolute rhythm right now. The pressure of a Game 7 on the road has already tested their young core (like Stephon Castle and Julian Champagnie) and forged them in fire. If San Antonio strikes early and steals Game 1 at home while New York is still trying to find its game legs, the Spurs instantly take control of the seriesā psychological narrative.
4. Home Court Advantage
Donāt underestimate the Frost Bank Center. Because the Spurs secured the better regular-season record, the series begins in San Antonio and returns there for a potential Game 5 and Game 7. Winning in front of that Texas crowd is an incredibly tall order, especially if the series goes the distance.
Prediction: Spurs in 7
If San Antonio pulls this off, itās because Wembanyama plays like an alien superpower, DeāAaron Fox out-clutches New York down the stretch, and the Spurs use home-court advantage to outlast the Knicks in a grueling 7-game war.
If this happens, Victor Wembanyama takes home the Finals MVP, officially kicking off his era of NBA dominance.
The G.O.A.T is BACK š@serenawilliams is officially returning to the stage š
Watch Serena's return at the #HSBCChampionships, Queen's Club from June 8th! pic.twitter.com/aNSswV7bjP
— wta (@WTA) June 1, 2026
In a stunning announcement that has electrified the sports world, tennis icon Serena Williams has revealed she is returning to professional competition. Widely regarded as the “Greatest Of All Time”, Williams brings an unparalleled legacy back to the court.
Her historic resume includes a staggering 23 Grand Slam singles titlesāthe most in the Open Eraāalongside 14 major doubles titles and four Olympic gold medals. Having spent 319 weeks (third-most of all time), ranked as the world No. 1, her fierce competitiveness and dominant powerful serve have defined generations of tennis. Fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating the next chapter of this legendary career.
If I have to plant a flag and make a definitive prediction on this matchup, I am going with the New York Knicks in 6 games.
Here is why the Knicks have the edge to bring the Larry OāBrien trophy back to Madison Square Garden for the first time in 53 years:
1. The Rest and Freshness Factor
The Knicks are coming into the Finals with a massive rest advantage. They absolutely dismantled the Cleveland Cavaliers in a 4-0 sweep, meaning they will have had over a full week to rest, heal up, and game-plan.
On the flip side, the Spurs had to endure an absolute war against the Thunder. Surviving a grueling, emotionally draining 7-game seriesāespecially winning Game 7 on the roadātakes a massive physical toll. By Game 5 or 6, that fatigue could easily start showing for San Antonio.
2. Team Chemistry and Perimeter Dominance
The Knicksā āVillanova-coreā roster construction is built precisely for this moment. Jalen Brunson is playing at an otherworldly level, and having elite, versatile wing defenders like Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby gives New York the ultimate tools to disrupt San Antonioās perimeter creators like DeāAaron Fox and Devin Vassell. New York turns over teams, controls the pace, and rarely makes mistakes.
3. The Wembanyama Conundrum
Make no mistake: Victor Wembanyama is the ultimate X-factor. He can completely take over a game defensively and change shots at the rim like nobody else in basketball history.
However, the Knicks have the frontcourt depth to throw multiple looks at him. Karl-Anthony Towns can pull Wemby out of the paint on the defensive end with his outside shooting, opening up driving lanes for Brunson. Meanwhile, Mitchell Robinson provides the physical, bruising size inside to make Wembanyama work for every single inch on the block.
Prediction: Knicks in 6
Expect the Spurs to ride the high of their Western Conference emotional peak and split the first two games in San Antonio. But once the series shifts to New York, the Knicksā defense, depth, and home-court energy at MSG will pull them ahead, ultimately closing it out in Game 6 on the floor of the Garden.
After splitting with Under Armour late last year, Steph Curry/Curry Brand announced a long-term partnership with Chinese sportswear company Li-Ning.
The deal is the your typical brand-player endorsement, it grants Curry full corporate autonomy to scale his brand globally. The collaborative venture will expand heavily into basketball performance footwear, athleisure, and a dedicated golf apparel line. More importantly, Curry secures the unprecedented authority to recruit and sign both male and female athletes directly under the Curry Brand.
The strategy includes aggressive physical retail expansion, with dedicated Curry Brand stores slated to open across both the United States and China. By combining Curry’s generational cultural influence with Li-Ningās massive manufacturing infrastructureāwhich boasts over 7,600 locations across Asiaāthis powerhouse alliance is uniquely positioned to disrupt the North American sports market and rewrite the modern athlete brand playbook.
Financial details of the deal was not disclose and ESPN reports that the “deal is for 10 years.”
Steph Curry and the Curry Brand announced the partnership on their official social media accounts;
The NBA will have a different champion for the eighth straight season, extending the longest such streak in league history.
The NBA Finals begin Wednesday, June 3 at 8:30 PM ET on ABC. pic.twitter.com/YOe4ouiNht
— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) May 31, 2026
After a grueling seven-game series in the West, the stage is set. We officially have the two teams left standing to battle for the 2026 NBA Championship: the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks.
This matchup marks a historic, highly anticipated rematch of the iconic 1999 NBA Finals. Victor Wembanyama and the surging Spurs are chasing their first ring since 2014, while Jalen Brunson looks to lead the Knicks to break a legendary title drought dating back to 1973.
You can find the official schedule for the 2026 NBA Finals here, but if you are in the Philippines, it be live on Prime Video PH with the following schedule.
All games are scheduled for 8:30 AM Ph time
| Game | Date | Away Team | Home Team |
| Game 1 | Thursday, June 4 | New York Knicks | San Antonio Spurs |
| Game 2 | Saturday, June 6 | New York Knicks | San Antonio Spurs |
| Game 3 | Tuesday, June 9 | San Antonio Spurs | New York Knicks |
| Game 4 | Thursday, June 11 | San Antonio Spurs | New York Knicks |
| Game 5* | Sunday, June 14 | New York Knicks | San Antonio Spurs |
| Game 6* | Wednesday, June 17 | San Antonio Spurs | New York Knicks |
| Game 7* | Saturday, June 20 | New York Knicks | San Antonio Spurs |
*If necessary
By ANNE M. PETERSON – AP Sports Writer, published on WNBA.com;
Megan Gustafson had 22 points and the Portland Fire held Indiana’s Caitlin Clark to six points in a 100-84 victory over the Fever on Saturday night.
Carla Leite had 18 points and 12 assists, while Emily Engstler had 16 points and 10 rebounds, the first double-doubles for the expansion Fire. Portland has won four of its last five games.
Aliyah Boston led the Fever with 18 points and seven rebounds. Clark played for 22 minutes, going 1 for 7 from the field with two rebounds, six assists. She got into foul trouble, collecting her fourth in the third quarter, and finished with five.
That’s one bad game from Caitlin Clark, she never found her rhythm and was in foul trouble the whole time.
Indiana Fever will head back home to host Atlanta Dream on Thursday night, while Portland Fire will go to Golden State, who are on a two game winning streak, this Tuesday night.
Victor Wembanyama WCF Averages: 27.3 PPG | 10.9 RPG | 2.7 BPG | 48.1% FG% | 40% 3P%
Victor Wembanyama (22y, 146d) becomes the youngest player since the 1957 Playoffs to lead their team in scoring on their road to the Finals. He joins LeBron James (22y, 154d) and Kobe Bryant (22y, 277d) as the only players to lead their team in scoring on their road to the Finals age 22 years old or younger since the 1957 Playoffs.
ESPN News Services;
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs started the Western Conference finals with a win in Oklahoma City, then ended the series the same way.
The defending champions are dethroned. Wembanyama and the Spurs are headed to the NBA Finals.
Wembanyama scored 22 points, Julian Champagnie scored 18 of his 20 from beyond the arc, and the Spurs beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-103 on Saturday night — bucking heavy odds to win a Game 7 on the road.
The Spurs will face the waiting NY Knicks in the NBA Finals. Spurs will host game 1 and game 2 of the NBA Finals starting this June 3rd.
The Spurs defeated the Thunder, 111-103 in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals and advanced to the NBA Finals
The Spurs will face the New York Knicks and Game 1 of the NBA Finals will be taking place in San Antonio on Wednesday, June 3rd at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC.