New York Hosts Game 3 of NBA Finals

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The New York Knicks are playing the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Madison Square Garden is the venue for this crucial match.

Coverage from NBA experts at The Athletic is available. You can watch the game on ABC or stream it on Fubo.

First Quarter Highlights

At 8:33, the Spurs led 11-5. Victor Wembanyama scored a post basket from a lob by Stephon Castle. Mikal Bridges received two early fouls, leading to his substitution after three minutes.

Stephon Castle is seen as a vital player. His performance in previous playoff rounds was impressive, but not as effective in these Finals.

Jalen Brunson made a spectacular high-glass finish against Wembanyama. Castle’s driving skills are likened to Bijan Robinson’s athleticism.

At 8:52, Brunson scored with a fadeaway bank shot, and a quick second foul was called on Bridges. In Bryant Park, there was a notable reaction when Donald Trump appeared on screen.

By 9:18, the Spurs scored a 7-0 run. Devin Vassell hit a three-pointer before Josh Hart responded with a trey for the Knicks.

Challenges for the Knicks

The Knicks had a difficult start, committing several turnovers exploited by the Spurs. Wembanyama was prepared, contributing with two dunks and a block.

Wembanyama scored the game’s first points with an alley-oop from De’Aaron Fox at 10:27, taking Spurs to a 2-0 lead. New York’s last home game was a win against the Cleveland Cavaliers on May 21.

Spurs Take Early Lead

At the tip-off, Wembanyama succeeded, but Fox missed the first shot. During the national anthem, President Donald Trump, in attendance, received boos from the crowd.

Game 3 First-Minute Recap

Madison Square Garden hosts its first Finals game since June 25, 1999. The Knicks, leading 2-0, aim to extend their streak, while the Spurs look to make the series competitive.

The crowd’s cheers for Knicks starters were so loud that they drowned out the broadcast announcement of Karl-Anthony Towns’ name.