The 2026 NBA Finals are set, with the New York Knicks facing the San Antonio Spurs.
How they got here:
- The Knicks dominated the Eastern Conference Finals, sweeping the Cleveland Cavaliers 4-0.
- The Spurs survived a dramatic seven-game Western Conference Finals series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, winning Game 7 by a score of 111-103.
Finals Storylines
- The Knicks are seeking their first NBA championship since 1973.
- The Spurs are looking to add another title to a franchise that won championships in 1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, and 2014.
- New York enters the Finals after a long layoff due to its sweep, while San Antonio comes in battle-tested after a tough seven-game series.
Conference Finals Results
Eastern Conference
- New York Knicks
- Cleveland Cavaliers
Western Conference
- San Antonio Spurs
- Oklahoma City Thunder
What Happens Next?
Game 1 tips off Wednesday night, June 3, with the series beginning in San Antonio. The Finals start with both teams tied 0-0, and the first team to win four games will be crowned NBA champion.
