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NBA finals: Wembanyama silences Garden’s party as Spurs beat Knicks in Game 3

NBA finals: Wembanyama silences Garden’s party as Spurs beat Knicks in Game 3

Summary

The San Antonio Spurs beat the New York Knicks 115-111 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, breaking the Knicks' 13-game winning streak in the playoffs. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 32 points, helping the team cut the series deficit to 2-1 as the Finals continue in New York.

Key Facts

  • The game took place at Madison Square Garden, hosting New York’s first home NBA Finals game since 1999.
  • Victor Wembanyama scored 32 points, grabbed 8 rebounds, and made 3 blocks, marking his best series performance.
  • The Spurs won 115-111, ending the Knicks’ 13-game postseason win streak.
  • The Knicks’ Jalen Brunson scored 32 points, and OG Anunoby added 28 points.
  • President Donald Trump attended the game as a guest of the Knicks’ owner but was booed by the crowd.
  • New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani also attended, buying a $1,000 standing-room ticket.
  • Several celebrities, including Spike Lee and Tina Fey, were present at the game.
  • No NBA team has won the Finals after losing the first two home games, but the Spurs remain hopeful.
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