2026 NBA Finals Schedule: Every Game, Every Score
The Knicks beat the Spurs 4-1 to capture their first title since 1973. Here's the full game-by-game schedule and results from the 2026 NBA Finals.
The 2026 NBA Finals pitted the East's No. 1 seed New York Knicks against the West's surprise finalist, the San Antonio Spurs. New York closed out the series in five games, ending a 53-year championship drought. Below is the full schedule and results.
Game 1 tipped off June 3 on ABC at Madison Square Garden.
The Knicks won the series 4-1, closing it out with a 94-90 Game 5 victory to claim their first championship since 1973.
2026 NBA Finals: Full Results
| Game | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | Wed, June 3 | Knicks 105, Spurs 95 |
| Game 2 | Fri, June 5 | Knicks 105, Spurs 104 |
| Game 3 | Mon, June 8 | Spurs 115, Knicks 111 |
| Game 4 | Wed, June 10 | Knicks 107, Spurs 106 |
| Game 5 | Sat, June 13 | Knicks 94, Spurs 90 — Knicks win series 4-1 |
How the Series Turned
New York stole home-court advantage with a tight Game 2 win, then survived a Spurs rally in San Antonio to take a commanding 3-1 lead before closing it out at home. The Knicks' size and defensive discipline neutralized San Antonio's pace-and-space attack for most of the series.
Curious how the Spurs got here? Read our full 2026 NBA Playoffs recap, including their Game 7 upset of the top-seeded Thunder.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the 2026 NBA Finals start?
The 2026 NBA Finals began Wednesday, June 3, 2026, with Game 1 tipping off at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
How many games were played in the 2026 NBA Finals?
The 2026 NBA Finals went five games. The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 4-1 to win the series.
What was the final score of the 2026 NBA Finals?
The Knicks closed out the series with a 94-90 win in Game 5, capping a 4-1 series victory over the Spurs.
