NBA Finals kick off tonight — how to watch Knicks-Spurs Game 1 for free
The NBA Finals begin tonight with the New York Knicks facing the San Antonio Spurs. This marks the Knicks' first appearance in the finals since 1999, generating excitement among fans. The game will be broadcast at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC and available for streaming through various services.
- ▪The NBA Finals Game 1 is scheduled for June 3, 2026, at 8:30 p.m. ET.
- ▪The Knicks last played on May 25, while the Spurs won their series on May 30.
- ▪Fans can watch the game for free using a five-day trial from DIRECTV.
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- ▪ NBA finals 2026 Game 1: New York Knicks v San Antonio Spurs – live — The Guardian — US
- ▪ How to watch San Antonio Spurs vs New York Knicks: FREE NBA Finals 2026 live streams, TV schedule, Game 1 — Tom's Guide
- ▪ How to watch Knicks vs. Spurs in 2026 NBA Finals Game 1 live for free — New York Post
- ▪ Knicks take on Spurs in Game 1 of legendary NBA Finals rematch — CBS News — Top
- ▪ NY Knicks Game Tonight: Channel, Time, Odds & Full NBA Finals Schedule vs. Spurs — Yahoo Sports
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TV NBA Finals kick off tonight — how to watch Knicks-Spurs Game 1 for free By Hannah Southwick Published June 3, 2026, 4:30 p.m. ET The NBA finals kicks off tonight. JASON SZENES FOR THE NEW YORK POST; Getty Images See more of our coverage in your search results. Add Page Six on Google Page Six may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. It’s game time. The NBA Finals kick off tonight, with the New York Knicks facing off against the San Antonio Spurs. And given it’s the Big Apple team’s first time making it to the finals since 1999, New Yorkers are (in some cases quite literally) painting the town blue and orange. NBA Finals: what to know What: New York Knicks vs.
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