The New York Knicks have advanced to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999. They accomplished this feat with a decisive 130-93 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks, scoring 19 points in the game on Monday night in Cleveland. This dominant performance capped off a series in which the Knicks consistently outplayed the Cavaliers.
Meanwhile, in the Western Conference Finals, Victor Wembanyama made a significant impact for the San Antonio Spurs. He stepped up with superstar performances, crucially contributing in two games to help the Spurs win both. His presence was instrumental in evening the series against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
During Game 4, the Spurs’ defense significantly improved, posing a challenge for the Thunder, who were shorthanded without key players Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell. This critical deficiency became evident as the Spurs capitalized on their absence.
After Game 4, De’Aaron Fox of the Spurs joined NBA Showtime to discuss his health status and shared insights on Victor Wembanyama’s leadership qualities. Fox highlighted the promising capabilities and leadership Wembanyama brings to the young San Antonio roster.
In the same series, the Spurs managed to level it by securing a decisive victory in Game 4 against OKC. Victor Wembanyama’s remarkable performance was a pivotal factor in achieving this result, marking OKC’s largest road loss in this postseason.
The Spurs’ confidence was evident throughout their effort in Game 4, as pointed out by analysts Mike Tirico, Jamal Crawford, and Reggie Miller. They outlined how Wembanyama’s takeover served as a ‘wake-up call’ for the Thunder.
Elsewhere in the league, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Victor Wembanyama have been featured prominently in the 2026 All-NBA Teams. Remarkably, LeBron James did not make an All-NBA Team for the first time in 20 years due to insufficient games played this season. The rosters for these teams were revealed by NBA Showtime, highlighting stars such as reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, along with Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic.
Prior to reaching the finals, the Knicks moved within one win of the NBA Finals with a 121-108 victory over the Cavaliers. Jalen Brunson’s 30 points and Mikal Bridges’ 22 points were key contributions in that game, which set the stage for their eventual series win.
Before Game 4 of the Thunder vs. Spurs clash, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was a dominating force, and considerations were made about how the Spurs could maintain competitiveness during times when Wembanyama was off the court.
The Thunder’s depth presented ongoing issues for the Spurs beyond just Game 3. The OKC bench frequently made the difference in games, revealing the challenges faced by the Spurs due to their relative lack of depth.
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