Spurs vs Knicks Picks, Predictions, and Betting Odds for the 2026 NBA Finals

The Western Conference champion San Antonio Spurs (No. 2 seed) face off against the Eastern Conference champion New York Knicks (No. 3 seed) in the 2026 NBA Finals, with the series set to begin on June 3, 2026.

Who Will Win the 2026 NBA Championship?

According to NBA Finals odds from BetMGM Sportsbook, the Spurs are the favorites at -210 to win the series, while the Knicks sit at +170 underdogs.

2026 NBA Finals: Series Outcome Odds:

Spurs in 7 games: +350

Spurs in 5 games: +400

Spurs in 6 games: +550

Spurs in 4 games: +700

Knicks in 6 games: +500

Knicks in 7 games: +800

Knicks in 5 games: +1200

Knicks sweep (in 4): +1600

2026 NBA Finals: Expert Picks and Predictions

The Arizona Republic: Knicks in 6

Jeremy Cluff predicts an upset: “The Spurs are favored and battle-tested after a grueling seven-game series against the Thunder, but the Knicks are well-rested and riding an 11-game playoff winning streak. New York has handled long layoffs well this postseason. Jalen Brunson and company are poised to shock San Antonio and claim their first title since 1973.”

The Athletic: Knicks in 6 (Most Popular Pick)

10 of 26 writers picked New York in six games.

James L. Edwards III explains: “New York’s elite defense can neutralize a young, streaky Spurs offense coming off a physical Western Conference Finals. While the Knicks’ offense may look more ordinary against San Antonio, they have the defensive tools and scoring punch to close out the series.”

Bleacher Report: Spurs to Win the Series

Zach Buckley favors San Antonio: “It’s tempting to ride the hot Knicks, but expecting them to go cold against this Spurs team feels risky. San Antonio’s shotmakers can go quiet, yet they possess the ultimate difference-maker in Victor Wembanyama — already making a strong case as the best player on the planet before turning 23. The Spurs also have the length and physicality to harass Jalen Brunson. This should be competitive, but San Antonio creates more problems and has better answers.”

USA TODAY Sports: Majority Pick Knicks

Five of seven writers are backing New York — three in six games, two in seven. One writer has the Spurs winning in six and another in seven.

Northjersey.com: Knicks in 6

Albert Bainbridge IV writes: “The Spurs represent New York’s toughest test yet, but the Knicks have steamrolled every opponent this postseason. They’re set to capture their third championship in franchise history and end a title drought spanning more than 50 years.”The 2026 NBA Finals promises to be a compelling matchup between a star-driven, defensively stout Knicks team and a Spurs squad led by the transcendent talent of Victor Wembanyama.

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