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There are storylines galore in the 2026 NBA Finals.
On Wednesday night, the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks will begin the final weeks of the 2025-26 season by clashing on the league's biggest stage. The series begins in San Antonio — and in a rematch of both the 1999 Finals and the NBA Cup this past winter, two of the NBA's deepest, most dominant squads will go head-to-head, each able to make history in their own way with a title.
For the Spurs, everything begins and ends with Victor Wembanyama. At 22 years old, the ultra-talented big man has already skyrocketed from hyped prospect to having a "best in the world" argument — and after dethroning the Thunder, Wembanyama could end this series by sparking new dynasty conversations in San Antonio.
But the Knicks have also been waiting decades for this moment. Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and a group of elite wing defenders have guided New York on a dominant playoff run, riding a win streak into the Finals, and one of the NBA's most beloved franchises has finally returned to the grandest stage after years of struggles and shortcomings.
Regardless of the winner, there will be a different NBA champion for the eighth consecutive year in 2026. With Wembanyama, Brunson, Towns and more, plenty of high-level basketball should be on the docket for the 2026 NBA Finals — and it all begins Wednesday.
The Sporting News is tracking live updates, highlights and more as San Antonio and New York clash in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals. Follow along with the action below.
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Knicks vs. Spurs score
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NBA Finals live updates, highlights from Knicks vs. Spurs Game 1
All times ET.
9:28 p.m. — A good sign for New York: Brunson has returned to the floor. He appears to be moving fine, and the Knicks climb right back in the game with Jose Alvarado providing a spark.
— NBA (@NBA) June 4, 2026End of first quarter: Spurs 27, Knicks 19
9:16 p.m. — San Antonio closes the first quarter on a nice run, with the Knicks' main concern being Brunson.
— NBA (@NBA) June 4, 20269:15 p.m. — A massive swing for the Knicks in the span of a few minutes: not only has Dylan Harper heated up, helping lead the Spurs to a bigger lead, but Jalen Brunson is hurt. The star guard grabbed at his knee after Harrison Barnes fell on him, and he had to go back to the locker room.
Jalen Brunson was seen grabbing at his knee after a collision with Harrison Barnes.pic.twitter.com/BdsbrupknQ
— The Sporting News (@sportingnews) June 4, 20269:02 p.m. — A Spurs coach who knows a thing or two about winning titles:
Gregg Popovich is in the house for Game 1 of the NBA Finals 👀 pic.twitter.com/5uicsYMaOC
— The Sporting News (@sportingnews) June 4, 20269:01 p.m. — With the backup centers on the floor, Luke Kornet makes his impact felt, then Dylan Harper draws an and-one bucket to give the Spurs back the early lead.
Luke Kornet's DEFLECTION leads to Dylan Harper's AND-1!
Harper leads all scorers with 8 in the first frame on ABC 🔥 pic.twitter.com/qF7gjh2wvA
9:00 p.m. — One thing's clear early: the Knicks won't be impacted by the road environment. They've played well on both ends, not showing much fear in attacking the rim with Wembanyama lurking.
Mikal Bridges steals it on one end...
... and Karl-Anthony Towns scores it on the other 👏
Knicks out to the early lead in the 1Q of Game 1! pic.twitter.com/f4uGknRXht
8:50 p.m. — The Knicks open on a 10-4 run, but Wembanyama answers with a block on Josh Hart, then a 3-pointer on the other end. It's loud in San Antonio.
— NBA (@NBA) June 4, 20268:46 p.m. — Jalen Brunson opens the Finals scoring with a 3-pointer, and Victor Wembanyama answers with a jumper.
— NBA (@NBA) June 4, 20268:43 p.m. — Victor Wembanyama paid a visit to the "Spurs nuns" pregame.
— The Sporting News (@sportingnews) June 4, 20268:31 p.m. — It is time for the 2026 NBA Finals. Who wins it all?
Wemby lockin' in for his first NBA finals appearance 😤#NBAFinals Game 1 | 8:30 ET on ABC and the ESPN App 🏆 pic.twitter.com/h0awb2XjfQ
— ESPN (@espn) June 3, 20267:47 p.m. — "Inside the NBA" is on the Finals stage for the first time.
For the first time ever, the Inside the NBA crew is live at the NBA Finals 🙌 pic.twitter.com/tiyWsfhp8b
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) June 3, 20267:45 p.m. — San Antonio remains unbeaten in Finals Game 1s.
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) June 2, 20266:39 p.m. — How many points for Victor Wembanyama in his Finals debut?
— NBA (@NBA) June 3, 20266:38 p.m. — The Knicks have arrived in Texas for Game 1.
Making their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999… the Knicks arrive in San Antonio 🔥
Watch Game 1 at 8:30pm/et on ABC! pic.twitter.com/Dn72mE7l5J
Where to watch 2026 NBA Finals
Knicks vs. Spurs start time
- Date: Wednesday, June 3
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET, 5:30 p.m. PT
Wednesday's Game 1 of the Finals between the Spurs and Knicks will tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET from Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
What channel is Knicks vs. Spurs on today?
- TV channel (U.S.): ABC
- Live stream: Fubo
ABC will be broadcasting the entire 2026 NBA Finals, starting with Game 1 between the Spurs and Knicks, with Mike Breen, Richard Jefferson and Tim Legler on the call from San Antonio.
Cord-cutters can watch Wednesday's NBA Finals matchup through Fubo, which offers a free trial.
NBA Finals schedule 2026
| June 3 | Game 1 at Spurs | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app |
| June 5 | Game 2 at Spurs | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app |
| June 8 | Game 3 at Knicks | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app |
| June 10 | Game 4 at Knicks | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app |
| June 13 | Game 5* at Spurs | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app |
| June 16 | Game 6* at Knicks | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app |
| June 19 | Game 7* at Spurs | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, ESPN app |
* If necessary
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