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- New York Knicks entered the 2026 NBA Finals on an 11‑game winning streak, including sweeps of the Philadelphia 76ers and Cleveland Cavaliers.
- San Antonio Spurs earned their Finals berth by defeating defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in a seven‑game Western Conference series.
- Victor Wembanyama remains a game‑changing presence, and the Knicks’ strong three‑point shooting offers a strategic counter to his interior dominance.
- Knicks’ offense shot 41% from three‑point range during the streak and outscored opponents by an NBA‑record 262 points over those 11 games.
- Spurs’ fatigue after a seven‑game conference final is a concern for their performance in the Finals.
Why it matters: The Knicks’ record‑setting 41% three‑point shooting and 11‑game streak give them a statistical edge, while the Spurs’ fatigue after a seven‑game conference final blunts Wembanyama’s dominance, tilting the title race toward New York.