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Trophy on Court, Knicks Lose Grip in Finals
9 Jun
Summary
- Knicks lost 115-111 to Spurs in Game 3, dropping their playoff home streak.
- Victor Wembanyama scored 32 points, matching Jalen Brunson's output.
- Mikal Bridges had an uncharacteristic off-night, contributing only two points.
The New York Knicks experienced a jarring 115-111 defeat against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, held at Madison Square Garden. This loss halted their impressive playoff home record and saw them revert to previous struggles, a stark contrast to their dominant form earlier in the postseason. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 32 points, a tally matched by the Knicks' star Jalen Brunson. However, key players like Mikal Bridges had an uncharacteristic off-night, contributing only two points. The Spurs' ability to maintain a consistent offensive pace and capitalize on Knicks turnovers proved crucial.
