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Gregg Popovich Delivered Rousing Speech to Spurs Before Game 3: Report

Gregg Popovich Delivered Rousing Speech to Spurs Before Game 3: Report

Summary

The San Antonio Spurs won Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, marking their first win in the series after two losses. Former Spurs coach Gregg Popovich gave a motivational speech to the team before the game, encouraging them to be confident and keep fighting.

Key Facts

  • The Spurs beat the Knicks 115-111 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
  • The Spurs lost the first two games of the series at home.
  • Gregg Popovich, age 77, is no longer the Spurs' head coach but remains involved with the team.
  • Popovich gave a 10-minute speech on the team plane before heading to New York.
  • He also talked individually with players for about 20 minutes, sitting next to star player Victor Wembanyama.
  • Player De'Aaron Fox said Popovich told the team to stay confident and that they could overcome their early losses.
  • Victor Wembanyama scored 32 points, with 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 blocks in this game.
  • Game 4 of the NBA Finals will take place at 8:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday.
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