San Antonio Spurs vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction for 6/8
The NBA Finals continue with Game 3 between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks. The Knicks have taken a 2-0 lead in the best-of-7 series. The game will be held at Madison Square Garden on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 8:30 PM and will be aired on ABC. The Spurs, coached by Mitch Johnson, are looking to turn the tide after two losses. Key player Victor Wembanyama has been a standout with his performance. Meanwhile, the Knicks, led by Mike Brown, aim to continue their winning streak. Jalen Brunson and his teammates have been strong in the postseason with a 14-2 record.
Spurs vs Knicks Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: San Antonio Spurs vs. New York Knicks
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
- Date: Monday, June 8, 2026
- Betting Odds: Knicks -2.5 (-108), Spurs +2.5 (-114), Over/Under 216 (-110)
San Antonio Spurs Team Preview
The San Antonio Spurs have been facing tough competition in the NBA Finals. They recently lost two close games to the New York Knicks. In Game 2, the Spurs scored 104 points but fell short by just one point.
Victor Wembanyama has been a key player for the Spurs. He scored 29 points in Game 2, along with 9 rebounds and 2 assists. His performance is crucial as the Spurs look to turn the series around.
Offensively, the Spurs average 113.7 points per game this postseason, ranking them fifth. Their defense allows 105 points per game, which is sixth-best. The Spurs need to improve their shooting efficiency to have a better chance against the Knicks.
New York Knicks Team Preview
The New York Knicks are in the NBA Finals and have shown strong performances in recent games. They won their last game against the San Antonio Spurs, 105-104. Karl-Anthony Towns led with 21 points and 13 rebounds.
In the postseason, the Knicks have excelled both offensively and defensively. They score 118.1 points per game, ranking third in the league. They also allow only 100.4 points per game, the best in the league.
Jalen Brunson is a key player for the Knicks, averaging 26.6 points per game in the postseason. Karl-Anthony Towns contributes with 17.2 points and 10.8 rebounds per game. Mitchell Robinson is likely to play despite a recent hand injury.
BTB Betting Pick
The Knicks are favored by 2.5 points against the Spurs. The Knicks score 118.1 points per game, while the Spurs allow 105 points. The Knicks’ strong offense and solid defense make them a good pick to cover the -2.5 spread.
The total for the game is set at 216 points. The Knicks allow 100.4 points per game, and the Spurs score 113.7 points per game. With both teams having strong defenses, the total score might stay under 216 points.