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The home team is still hoping to win the NBA Finals, but New York lost to San Antonio in Game 3 by 111 to 115, the Knicks suffered their first defeat since April 23 but still lead 2-1 in the series, and the road to their first title since 1973 will be bumpy.
Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle announced the Spurs' return before the third game.
The Spurs put on their best performance of the playoffs, with a great defense in the second half to celebrate their first playoff victory, a reminder of the series against Oklahoma in the Western Conference Finals, even in a tense finale, they made no mistakes. No team in the history of the NBA has ever won the title after losing the opening two games at home.
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Castle was unstoppable in the first half, scoring 18 points.
Victor Wembanyama was the game's leading scorer with 32 points, eight rebounds and three blocked shots, Stephon Castle scored 18 of his game-high 23 points in the first half, Julian Champagnie and Devin Vassell each scored three three-pointers.
The Knicks' second-quarter performance was spectacular, as the Knicks scored 42-24 in the second quarter, but the Knicks' fourth-quarter offense failed to improve, as Jalen Brunson scored 32 points, but was awarded a fourth personal foul midway through the third quarter.
Knicks owner James Dolan also invited U.S. President Donald Trump, who was a frequent guest at Madison Square Garden in the 1980s and 1990s. Due to his visit, security checks were especially strict, bags were completely banned, and this time there was no public event directly in front of the arena. The American president, who is not particularly popular in the liberal metropolis on the East Coast, received loud whistles when he first appeared on the big screens during the national anthem.
The Knicks suffered only their third defeat in the playoffs this season after winning 13 straight games, more than any other team in NBA history, except Golden State in 2017, when they won 15.
Trump chatted with Commissioner Silver in the lounge, and Madison Square Garden hosted the first playoff game since June 25, 1999, when Avery Johnson's three-point conversion secured San Antonio's first of five championship titles.
Wembanyama's two kills silenced the fans a bit, as the Frenchman scored 9 points in the middle of the first quarter, and the Spurs' lead was 10 points (9:19).
OG Anunoby scored 17 points in the first half.
Anunoby scored 17 points in the first half and was the one most deserving of a turnaround in the final minutes of the second quarter. Josh Hart and Brunson scored three points, while Towns added two free throws, and New York finished the first half with a 14-3 halftime lead at 64:57.
The atmosphere in the stadium was at its peak as they headed off for the main break, with the fans already thinking about the title with the "broom" on Wednesday night, pointing four fingers.
Before the game, director Spike Lee told ESPN he'd trade one Oscar for the New York title, and he was only 16 when the Knicks won their last championship in 1973.
Brunson received a fourth personal foul too quickly Champagne opened the third quarter with a pass, a three-pointer and an extra free throw on Brunson's unsportsmanlike personal foul. The guests were able to quickly cool the euphoria in the stands. Wembanyam's nine-yard three-pointer provided the Spurs' lead midway through the third quarter (76:79). Four and a half minutes before the end of this part of the game, Brunson received his fourth personal foul. He had to bench and the Knicks had great difficulty attacking.
The Knicks' first-ever playoff loss to San Antonio came in the fourth quarter, when head coach Mike Brown sent Brunson back to the floor after three minutes of the final quarter when the Knicks were down to zero points, with Keldon Johnson's touchdown giving the Spurs a 91-98 lead.
Three different locations in New York City were shown the game on large outdoor screens.
The Knicks were in big trouble when Wembanyama raised the visitors' lead to eight points five minutes before the end (100:108), Brunson took charge of the offense and lowered it to 104:108 two minutes before the final siren was sounded, Wembanyama then found Castle, who hit a key three from the right side a minute and 50 seconds before the end (104:111).
Half a minute before the end, Brunson lowered the triple to 108:111, but then De'Aaron Fox hit from five yards just before the end of the San Antonio offense. After a minute of rest, Anunoby hit a triple from the right corner to lower to 111:113, but there were only eight seconds left.
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RTV Slovenija (MMC)State / PublicCenter2 days agoThe New York Knicks won their first NBA championship since 1973, celebrating with a parade along Broadway attended by over a million fans. Key players OG Anunoby, Jalen Brunson, and Karl-Anthony Towns were highlighted as heroes of the finals. The team defeated Atlanta, Philadelphia, and Cleveland before facing San Antonio in the finals, winning four out of six games. The celebration included a ceremony at City Hall, where Mayor Eric Adams participated.
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Siol.netIndependentCenter2 days agoThe New York Knicks, winners of last season's NBA championship, celebrated their victory with a 1.6-kilometer parade along Broadway in Manhattan. The event was attended by thousands of fans and included greetings from Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The parade started three hours before the scheduled time, with crowds filling areas around the Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan. Security was provided by over 10,000 police officers, while 650 sanitation workers handled the cleanup of confetti and debris.
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Žurnal24IndependentCenter7 days agoThe New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in the fifth game of the NBA finals, securing their championship title.
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DeloIndependent🔒Center12 days ago The Trump whistle concert drew the giant out of the shadows.The article discusses a basketball game between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks in the NBA finals. The Spurs won the third game of the series, reducing the deficit against the Knicks to 1:2. It mentions Victor Wembanyama's performance and notes that the New York Knicks have home-court advantage in the next game.
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24ur (POP TV)IndependentCenter12 days agoThe article describes the crowd at Madison Square Garden during an NBA game between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. It lists several celebrities present, including comedians, actors, musicians, and other notable figures. The text also mentions the outcome of the game, where the Spurs won 115:111, reducing the series deficit to 1:2. Additionally, it provides background information on Madison Square Garden, highlighting its status as an iconic venue.
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RTV Slovenija (MMC)State / PublicCenter12 days ago Donald Trump was chewing out loud at a Knicks game.Donald Trump attended the NBA finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs as the first sitting U.S. president. He was present with several ministers, family members, friends, and Knicks owner James Dolan. During the event, Trump was shown on a large screen during the playing of the American national anthem. When he appeared on the screen, many fans booed loudly. Security measures were heightened due to his presence, causing delays for attendees.
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Žurnal24IndependentCenter12 days ago Big bang, the NBA Finals are still a long way off!San Antonio Spurs have defeated the New York Knicks 115:111 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, marking their first win against the Knicks in the series. The game was highly dramatic, with Spurs' forward Victor Wembanyama contributing 32 points, eight rebounds, and six assists. This victory ended the Knicks' streak of 13 consecutive wins in the finals and brought the series to 2-1 in favor of the Spurs. Donald Trump attended the game, becoming the first sitting U.S. president to watch an NBA Finals match.
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DnevnikIndependent🔒Center12 days agoThe San Antonio Spurs secured their first win against the New York Knicks, with Victor Wembanyama playing a key role in the victory.
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DeloIndependent🔒Center12 days ago Wembanyama silenced New York before Trump's eyesThe San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks in the third game of the NBA finals with a score of 115:111 at Madison Square Garden. The victory reduced the series deficit to 1:2. French player Victor Wembanyama contributed significantly with 32 points, eight rebounds, and six assists. This win ended the Knicks' streak of 13 consecutive wins in the finals. President Donald Trump attended the match, which was described as dramatic until the final buzzer.
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RTV Slovenija (MMC)State / PublicCenter12 days ago Final, third game, 2:30 p.m. New York to San AntonioThe article reports on the third game of the NBA Finals between New York and San Antonio, noting that New York lost 111:115. It highlights key players such as Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle, describing their performances and providing details about the game's progression. The article mentions that New York leads the series 2:1 and anticipates an exciting fourth game scheduled for June 9, 2026.
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Siol.netIndependentCenter13 days ago After 27 years in the cult Garden finale, Donald Trump is coming.The article reports on an NBA finals game between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, where the Spurs won 115:111. It highlights Victor Wembanyama's performance, noting his 32 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists. The game took place at Madison Square Garden, which hosted its first NBA finals in 27 years. The article mentions that President Donald Trump attended the game, along with celebrities like Derek Jeter and Eli Manning. The Knicks' 13-game winning streak ended, and their chances of securing their first title since 1973 were diminished.
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