San Antonio Turn the Series in Their Favor? New York Knicks vs San Antonio Spurs Prediction | June 11, 2026
New York Knicks
San Antonio Spurs
Game 4 of the NBA Finals returns to Madison Square Garden with New York still leading the series 2-1. After dropping the first two games at home, San Antonio responded with a crucial 115-111 road victory in Game 3, keeping the championship race alive and shifting some of the pressure back onto the Knicks.
Match Preview
The New York Knicks remain in a strong position, but Game 3 served as a reminder that this series is far from over. After winning the first two games in San Antonio, the Knicks had an opportunity to take complete control of the Finals on their home floor. Instead, they struggled defensively and allowed the Spurs to shoot 46.4% from the field while scoring 115 points.
Jalen Brunson did everything he could to carry New York, finishing with 32 points and 5 assists. OG Anunoby added 28 points on an efficient 9-for-13 shooting night, while Josh Hart contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds. However, the Knicks received only 13 combined points from Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges, two players who had been key contributors throughout the postseason.
Despite the loss, New York still owns one of the best playoff resumes in the league. The Knicks are 14-3 during the postseason, averaging 117.6 points per game while allowing only 101.3. They continue to rank among the most efficient teams on both ends of the floor and have lost just three playoff games overall.
San Antonio finally delivered the response it desperately needed. Facing a potential 0-3 deficit, the Spurs produced their best offensive performance of the Finals and earned a massive road win.
Victor Wembanyama was outstanding with 32 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 blocks. Stephon Castle added 23 points, while the Spurs received valuable contributions throughout the rotation. Perhaps most importantly, San Antonio won despite De'Aaron Fox scoring only 12 points on 4-of-14 shooting, suggesting the team still has room for improvement offensively.
The Spurs moved the ball extremely well in Game 3, finishing with 28 assists and committing only eight turnovers. That balanced attack helped them overcome New York's home-court advantage and breathe new life into the series.
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Key Trends
- New York still leads the Finals series 2-1.
- The Knicks are 14-3 in the playoffs.
- New York is averaging 117.6 points per game this postseason.
- Knicks won 4 of the last 6 meetings against the Spurs.
- Knicks have won 7 of the last 8 home games against the Spurs.
Prediction
Game 3 showed that San Antonio has not gone away, but it also required one of their most complete performances of the postseason. Wembanyama dominated, the supporting cast delivered, and the Spurs still won by only four points. New York should benefit from the wake-up call. The Knicks received excellent performances from Brunson and Anunoby but are unlikely to get another quiet night from both Towns and Bridges. Their overall playoff body of work remains stronger, and they still possess the deeper and more consistent roster. Expect a highly competitive battle, but with Madison Square Garden behind them and adjustments likely coming after the defensive issues in Game 3, the Knicks look well positioned to respond and move within one win of the championship. Recommended Bet: New York Knicks to Win
