Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals saw the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs meet at the Frost Bank Center on Wednesday night, tipping off at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC, according to ABC.
The Spurs entered the series aiming to begin a new era behind Victor Wembanyama as they pursue a sixth franchise championship, according to the source. The Knicks carried the hopes of New York fans as they sought the franchise’s first title since 1973, according to the source.
San Antonio’s streets and the arena filled with anticipation before the opener, with the city showing energy for what the source described as another potential championship run.
Player arrivals drew attention as well. Wembanyama arrived in a custom denim jacket layered over a traditional white shirt and black, while Knicks guard Jalen Brunson opted for a simple navy matching set, according to the source.
From the arrivals to the crowd atmosphere, the pregame moments at the Frost Bank Center emphasized the stakes of a Finals opener, according to the source.
