NEW YORK CITY — The San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks 115-111 in Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals on Monday night in New York City. Victor Wembanyama scored 32 points for the Spurs.
Wembanyama made two 3-pointers and shot 11-of-18 from the field during the game. Stephon Castle contributed 23 points for San Antonio. The Knicks had won their first two games of the series and had a 14-game playoff winning streak prior to Game 3.
Donald Trump attended Game 3 at Madison Square Garden. He arrived before the scheduled tipoff and watched the game from a suite alongside James Dolan, cabinet officials, and Kai Trump. Trump is the first sitting U.S. president to attend an NBA Finals game.
Arena officials implemented increased security measures for Game 3, requesting attendees arrive early and canceling an outdoor viewing event. Stephen A. Smith publicly criticized Trump's attendance at the game. Trump addressed the criticism, stating he is unsure if the broadcaster possesses the aptitude to run for president.
New York's Jalen Brunson scored 13 points on 5-of-9 shooting in the fourth quarter of Game 1. Game 4 of the series is scheduled for Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time at Madison Square Garden. Wembanyama measures 7 feet and 4 inches in height and has an 8-foot wingspan.