Sometime in these NBA Finals, the home team figures to get a victory. If the New York Knicks do it Wednesday night, they will be on the doorstep of a championship.
The Knicks can take a 3-1 lead over the San Antonio Spurs, who hope the long arms Victor Wembanyama have started swinging the series in their favor after their win Monday night — the third straight victory by the road team in the series, only the second time that has happened in the NBA Finals.
Wembanyama proved he can deliver in big games in New York. He angered the Knicks and their fans with a shot to Jalen Brunson’s head during the game. The NBA decided not to later assess Wembanyama a flagrant foul, and the 22-year-old figures to hear even louder boos as a new villain at Madison Square Garden.
The Knicks, seeking their first championship since 1973, will be trying to bounce back after the Spurs snapped their 13-game winning streak on Monday.
While there is plenty of drama inside the Garden, there is also plenty outside as well. There is a threat of severe storms that could leave those attending outdoor watch parties soaked — though the one that was set to take place outside MSG was canceled at the last minute.
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