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NEW YORK \u2014 With the conference finals officially in the books, lock in the official 2026 NBA Finals schedule to map out your viewing plans for the ultimate showdown in professional basketball. Following a grueling, historic postseason campaign, the Eastern Conference champion<\/a> New York Knicks<\/strong> and Western Conference champion San Antonio Spurs<\/strong> will go head-to-head for the Larry O’Brien Trophy.<\/p>\n

2026 NBA Finals Schedule: Knicks vs Spurs Dates, Times, And TV Channels<\/h2>\n
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Mar 1, 2026; New York, New York, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) dunks over New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The entire best-of-seven series will be broadcast nationally on ABC. Here is the complete breakdown of every game, tip-off time, and location.<\/p>\n

Game 1: New York Knicks at San Antonio Spurs<\/h3>\n

Date:<\/strong> Wednesday, June 3<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 8:30 PM ET<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Frost Bank Center (San Antonio, TX)<\/p>\n

TV Channel:<\/strong> ABC<\/p>\n

Game 2: New York Knicks at San Antonio Spurs<\/h3>\n

Date:<\/strong> Wednesday, June 3<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 8:30 PM ET<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Frost Bank Center (San Antonio, TX)<\/p>\n

TV Channel:<\/strong> ABC<\/p>\n

Game 3: San Antonio Spurs at New York Knicks<\/h3>\n

Date:<\/strong> Monday, June 8<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong>\u00a08:30 PM ET<\/p>\n

Location<\/strong>: Madison Square Garden<\/a> (New York, NY)<\/p>\n

TV Channel:<\/strong>\u00a0ABC<\/p>\n

Game 4: San Antonio Spurs at New York Knicks<\/h3>\n

Date: <\/strong>Wednesday, June 10<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong>\u00a08:30 PM ET<\/p>\n

Location: <\/strong>Madison Square Garden (New York, NY)<\/p>\n

TV Channel:<\/strong>\u00a0ABC<\/p>\n

Game 5: New York Knicks at San Antonio Spurs (If Necessary)<\/h3>\n

Date:<\/strong> Saturday, June 13<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 8:30 PM ET<\/p>\n

Location: <\/strong>Frost Bank Center (San Antonio, TX)<\/p>\n

TV Channel:<\/strong> ABC<\/p>\n

Game 6: San Antonio Spurs at New York Knicks (If Necessary)<\/h3>\n

Date:<\/strong> Tuesday, June 16<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 8:30 PM ET<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Madison Square Garden (New York, NY)<\/p>\n

TV Channel:<\/strong> ABC<\/p>\n

Game 7: New York Knicks at San Antonio Spurs (If Necessary)<\/h3>\n

Date:<\/strong> Friday, June 19<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 8:30 PM ET<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Frost Bank Center (San Antonio, TX)<\/p>\n

TV Channel:<\/strong> ABC<\/p>\n

What To Know Heading Into The Finals<\/h3>\n

Because San Antonio secured the superior regular-season record and playoff seeding over New York, the Spurs hold official home-court advantage for this series. The matchup marks a massive historical milestone for both franchises. The Knicks are looking to snap a 53-year championship drought and bring a title back to Manhattan, while the Spurs look to cement their new era under Victor Wembanyama<\/a> with a championship banner in just his third year in the league.<\/p>\n

All games will feature full pre-game and post-game analysis on network affiliates, with streaming availability open via ESPN+<\/a> and traditional cable streaming alternatives. Make sure to keep this page bookmarked for your complete guide to the postseason finale.<\/p>\n

Credit:\u00a9 Brad Penner-Imagn Images<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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