Spurs Stun Knicks in Game 3 of NBA Finals, Take 2-1 Series Lead
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks 115-111 in Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Finals on Tuesday night, evening the series at 2-1, according to multiple sports outlets. The victory, secured at Madison Square Garden, saw French forward Victor Wembanyama deliver a career-high 32 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, marking the first time in NBA Finals history that two teammates scored 20+ points in a single game, per the official NBA website.
Wembanyama Shines as Spurs Overcome Knicks’ Offense
Wembanyama, 22, was the focal point of San Antonio’s win, shooting 11-of-18 from the field and contributing 3 blocks and 2 steals. His performance included a pivotal fourth-quarter stretch where he scored 11 of the Spurs’ 14 points, including a key three-pointer with 1:53 remaining. Stephon Castle added 23 points off the bench, while Julian Champagnie and Devin Vassell each scored 11 points.
The Knicks, led by Jalen Brunson’s 32 points, struggled to maintain their offensive momentum. Despite a 28-point effort from OG Anunoby and 16 from Josh Hart, New York’s defense faltered in the final quarter, allowing the Spurs to seize control. Karl-Anthony Towns