Knicks face Spurs in Game 1 of NBA Finals
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KAT Hypes 'One of a Kind' Wemby After His Defensive Box-Score Stats Trend from Knicks' Win vs. Spurs
Karl-Anthony Towns isn't renowned for his defensive ability, but he stepped up huge against Victor Wembanyama to help the New York Knicks in a 105-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
Enjoy a moment-by-moment recap of Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals with our live blog, featuring all the best highlights, moments and stats.
You could feel how badly Victor Wembanyama wanted it. With the game on the line — tied midway through the fourth — his desire to make the big play himself led to some ill-advised hero-ball shots. The mistakes of youth.