How to watch Knicks vs. Spurs Game 3: Date, time, TV channel and live stream
Here’s how to watch Knicks vs Spurs Game 3, including start time, TV channel, and streaming options as the Finals shift to New York.
The 2026 NBA Finals are heading to New York, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. After taking a commanding 2-0 series lead on the road, the New York Knicks return home for Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs with momentum, history, and a city behind them. Madison Square Garden will host its first NBA Finals game in decades, setting the stage for one of the most anticipated nights of the season.
For fans looking to tune in, here’s everything you need to know about when and how to watch Game 3.
Knicks vs. Spurs: When is NBA Finals Game 3?
Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs is scheduled for:
- Date: Monday, June 8, 2026
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Madison Square Garden, New York
The entire series has followed a consistent evening schedule, with all games tipping off at 8:30 p.m. ET.
How to watch Game 3 live on TV and streaming
Game 3 will be broadcast nationally on:
- TV Channel: ABC
ABC is the exclusive home of the 2026 NBA Finals, meaning every game in the series, including Game 3 will air on the network.
If you’re planning to stream the game, there are several options available:
- ABC app/ABC.com (with cable login)
- ESPN App/ESPN Watch (with TV provider access)
- Streaming services:
- YouTube TV
- Hulu + Live TV
- Fubo
- Sling TV (select markets)
- DIRECTV Stream
Many of these services offer free trials, making it possible to watch Game 3 without a traditional cable subscription.
Why Game 3 is a must-watch
The Knicks enter with a 2-0 lead after back-to-back wins in San Antonio, including a dramatic Game 2 thriller. Another victory would put them one win away from a championship and extend one of the longest playoff winning streaks in NBA history.
Meanwhile, the Spurs face a must-win scenario. Falling behind 3-0 would all but end their title hopes, making this a pivotal moment for both teams.
Add in the atmosphere of Madison Square Garden and record-breaking ticket demand, and Game 3 becomes more than a game. It’s a potential turning point in NBA history. Whether you’re watching on TV or streaming online, Game 3 is shaping up to be one of the biggest nights of the NBA season. The Knicks are chasing history. The Spurs are fighting to stay alive. And for fans, you won’t want to miss it.
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