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NBA Finals Position by Position Breakdown: Do the Knicks or Spurs Have the Edge?

A position-by-position breakdown of the 2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs.

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How Rival Coaches Would Defend Victor Wembanyama and Jalen Brunson in NBA Finals Matchup

Sports Illustrated surveyed NBA coaches for their scouting reports, x-factors and predictions ahead of Knicks vs. Spurs.

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The 10 Best Players in the 2026 NBA Finals Between Knicks and Spurs

A look at the best players you’ll see on the court throughout the NBA Finals between the Knicks and the Spurs.

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The Five Role Players Who Can Swing the Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals

In anticipation of the Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals, here are the five most important role players to know as the two teams fight to raise the Larry O’Brien.

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Julian Champagnie Thought His NBA Career Was Over Three Years Ago. Now He’s ‘Unsung Hero’ of Finals-Bound Spurs

Champagnie was waived by the 76ers three years ago. Now, he’s headed to an NBA Finals.

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Bold Predictions for Thunder-Spurs Game 7: X-Factors for OKC Without Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell

The Thunder need considerable scoring from their depth pieces, while Victor Wembanyama tries to put together one more defining performance in a series already chock-full of them.

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Ranking the Thunder’s Worst Flops From the Western Conference Finals

OKC is on the verge of returning to the NBA Finals for the second season in a row.

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Chris Mannix: Victor Wembanyama’s Evolution Is Fueling Spurs’ Postseason Run

San Antonio’s young superstar embraced the moment in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals and the Spurs responded with one of their most complete performances of the playoffs.

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The Spurs Had Their Crowd, Their Stars and Their Moment—Then the Thunder Responded

The Thunder erased a quick 15-0 deficit to take Game 3 and control of the Western Conference finals.

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Gilgeous-Alexander, bench propel Thunder past Spurs

The Oklahoma City Thunder lead the San Antonio Spurs for the very first time in the Western Conference series finals with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander big again.

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Latest Updates on All the Injuries in the Western Conference Finals

Injuries could play a large part in determining who wins the Western Conference finals. Both the Suns and Thunder have key players injured in what has been a hi

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SI:AM | Isaiah Hartenstein Can’t Keep Getting Away With This

The Thunder center’s physical play held Victor Wembanyama in check, but he needs to be on a shorter leash for the rest of the series.

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Spurs Finish Off Blazers: Three Things We Learned About San Antonio’s Title Case After First Round

What we learned about the Spurs as title contenders in their five-game series win over the Trail Blazers.

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Spurs’ Historic Comeback in Game 4 Reflects Maturity Beyond Their Years

The Spurs might be ahead of schedule but their maturity was on full display as they made history in coming back to beat the Blazers in Game 4.

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The Spurs Are Entering the Playoffs Inexperienced. How Much Does It Actually Matter?

Recent history, and conventional wisdom, says Victor Wembanyama & Co. need more time to form a championship squad.

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Spurs Overcome Egregious Uncalled Travel to Beat Suns, Clinch Playoff Berth

Jalen Green you got away with a travel in the final minute against the Spurs.

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Looks Like the Spurs Are Forming Their Latest Dynasty

Victor Wembanyama & Co. have far exceeded expectations, reaching 50 wins and elite contender status quicker than many imagined possible.

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Victor Wembanyama Overcomes Brutal Shooting Night With Clutch Defense to Keep Spurs’ Win Streak Alive

Victor Wembanyama said he ‘wasn’t in shape’ on Wednesday night but still recorded five blocks to keep his team’s win streak alive.

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One Glaring Weakness for Each Western Conference NBA Title Contender

A look at where each of the Western Conference’s top teams struggle as the NBA heads down the home stretch of the season.

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Did NBA Stars Like the New All-Star Game Format as Much as Fans?

Here’s what NBA stars thought of the new ASG format that proved a huge hit with fans.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Finally Has Definitive 2026 All-Star Game Status

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s status for the 2026 All-Star Game was finally revealed on Thursday by the Bucks.

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By Sharing the Ball, De’Aaron Fox Helped Unlock the Spurs

The guard’s willingness to guide, not dominate, has helped up-and-coming lead guards Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper flourish around Victor Wembanyama.

Sports Illustrated

Jeremy Sochan Had Chill Answer for Why Jarred Vanderbilt Stuck a Finger in His Face

Tensions boiled over after the Spurs' victory over the Lakers.

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The ascendant San Antonio Spurs are the gift the NBA needed

San Antonio’s takedown of Oklahoma City has revived drama, rivalry and joy in an NBA season that badly needed all three

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SI:AM | The Spurs Own the Defending Champs

San Antonio has now won all three of its games this season against the Thunder.

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