The San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks take center stage in the 2026 NBA Finals. The Jalen Brunson-led Knicks are back in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, while Victor Wembanyama looks to return the Spurs to their championship-winning ways.
Here are more key facts about this year's NBA Finals.
When do the 2026 NBA Finals start?
The NBA Finals start on June 3 and could run until June 19, if necessary.
How can fans watch?
What is the schedule?
All games tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET.
Game 1: June 3 at Spurs Game 2: June 5 at Spurs Game 3: June 8 at Knicks Game 4: June 10 at Knicks Game 5*: June 13 at Spurs Game 6*: June 16 at Knicks Game 7*: June 19 at Spurs *if necessary
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