Knicks vs. Spurs Score, Live Updates, Highlights From Game 1 of NBA Finals

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A highly anticipated championship series will tip off when the Spurs host the Knicks in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals on Wednesday night.

Led by Jalen Brunson , the Knicks are looking to capture their first championship since 1973. New York steamrolled its way through the Eastern Conference playoff bracket, and it will bring an 11-game winning streak into the NBA Finals.

In order to snap the franchise's title drought, the Knicks will have to figure out a winning formula against Spurs star Victor Wembanyama , who has emerged as the league's most impactful two-way player at just 22 years old. San Antonio defeated Oklahoma City in seven games to earn a berth in the NBA Finals for the first time since 2014.

The stage is set for a championship showdown. Which team will gain the upper hand in the series opener?

Follow along right here for the latest updates and highlights from Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals.

9:10 p.m.: It's not a good sign for New York, with Brunson heading to the locker room.

9:09 p.m.: The Knicks have gone cold, and on the other end, it's Harper who is up to 10 points after another tough finish.