The San Antonio Spurs arrive at Madison Square Garden this Wednesday (10) determined to tie the NBA Finals series. After the 115-111 victory in Game 3, the team led by Gregg Popovich is looking for a second consecutive victory away from home against the New York Knicks, who lead the final 2-1.
Victor Wembanyama was the highlight of the Game 3 victory, with 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists, as well as three blocks and two steals. The young French star commanded the Spurs’ reaction in the fourth quarter and silenced the New York fans. Stephon Castle contributed 23 points, helping the team end the Knicks’ 13-game winning streak.
The New York Knicks, who won the first two games in San Antonio, want to regain their home court advantage and take a 3-1 lead in the series. Jalen Brunson has been the team’s main name in the final, but the team felt defensive pressure from Wembanyama in the last match. Madison Square Garden is expected to be packed once again to support the home team.
Probable lineups
New York Knicks: Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns. Coach: Mike Brown. San Antonio Spurs: Probable quintet with De’Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, Jeremy Sochan, Harrison Barnes and Victor Wembanyama. Coach: Gregg Popovich.
The last game’s lineups confirm Castle and Wembanyama’s good form at Spurs, while the Knicks maintain the starting core that dominated the first games of the series.
Where to watch live
The match will be broadcast exclusively on Prime Video in Brazil, starting at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). Subscribers can also follow through NBA League Pass. In the United States, the game airs on ABC.
Recent clash history
In the regular season and the NBA Cup, the teams faced each other evenly. The Knicks got the better of the Cup final, but the Spurs showed progress in the last rounds. In the Finals, court control has been decisive so far.
Result of the last five games
- Spurs:Win (Game 3), Loss, Loss, Recent Playoff Wins.
- Knicks:Defeat (game 3), victories in games 1 and 2, strong previous campaign.
Game 4 is crucial: a Spurs victory ties the series at 2-2 and puts the pressure back on New York, which would have two straight games in San Antonio. A win for the Knicks puts the team one game away from the title. Wembanyama against the Knicks’ big box will be the main duel to watch.
