2026 NBA Finals matchups: Who has edge between the Knicks and Spurs
Key Points:
- The New York Knicks have reached the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, aiming to win their first championship since 1973.
- This season, the Knicks have a 2-1 record against the San Antonio Spurs, including an NBA Cup final victory.
- A potential 3-0 sweep was missed due to a fourth-quarter collapse on New Year’s Eve.
- Both teams have evolved significantly since their earlier matchups, with the Spurs considered the toughest challenge the Knicks have faced in this postseason.