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Vol. I · No. 1 Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Price: Free

NBA Finals: Victor Wembanyama finds redemption with Madison Square Garden takeover

Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to a victory over the New York Knicks in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Despite facing a 2-0 series deficit, Wembanyama scored 32 points while also recording 8 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 blocks, and 2 steals. Head coach Mitch Johnson stated that the team’s approach involves learning from previous games and maintaining clarity through film study. The article notes that Wembanyama utilized a specific offensive strategy involving ball screens and synergy with teammate Stephon Castle to overcome the Knicks’ defense.

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