Spurs vs. Knicks prediction: New York to win, Victor Wembanyama projected for big game in Game 3 of 2026 Finals

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San Antonio Spurs vs. New York Knicks NBA prediction for Game 3 of the Finals series.

NBA Playoffs action continues on Monday at 8:30 PM ET as the San Antonio Spurs take on the New York Knicks in Game 231 of the 2026 Finals at Madison Square Garden.

Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Knicks as the most likely winner of the Spurs vs. Knicks Game 3 matchup.

This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Knicks lineup will feature players like Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby, while the Spurs will be led by Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle and De'Aaron Fox.

This article offers a closer look at Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.

Spurs vs. Knicks prediction: Who will win Game 3?

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NBA FInals matchup between the Spurs and Knicks, forming part of our NBA predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model gives the Knicks a 58.1% chance of beating the Spurs in Game 3 of the 2026 Finals. Our predicted final score in Game 231 of the 2026 NBA Finals has the Knicks winning 109-107.

According to our model, the Knicks (-2.5) have a 50.7% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 216.5 points has a 51.1% chance of going over.

 

Spurs vs. Knicks Game 3 odds

We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type Spurs Knicks
Spread +2.5 (-118) -2.5 (-102)
Moneyline +110 -126
Total o216.5 (-105) u216.5 (-110)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Spurs vs. Knicks picks and best bet for Game 3

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

Bet Type Pick Bet Now
Spread Knicks -2.5 -102
Moneyline Knicks -126
Total Over 216.5 -105

According to our NBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Knicks to win.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

 

Spurs vs. Knicks Game 3 player props

NBA player props are an enjoyable way to wager on Monday's Spurs vs. Knicks game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Madison Square Garden.

Victor Wembanyama is expected to lead the Spurs with 29 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists, while Jalen Brunson is projected to have 24 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists for the Knicks.

Looking at the opening tip, the numbers point to Victor Wembanyama striking first with a 13.8% probability.

Victor Wembanyama 2026.
Victor Wembanyama is projected to score 29 points tonight.

Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and a deeper look at today's NBA first basket picks.

Spurs prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Spurs are:

Player PTS REB AST 3PM DFS
V. Wembanyama 29 11 4 2 60
Stephon Castle 18 5 7 1 38
De'Aaron Fox 17 3 6 1 34
Dylan Harper 14 5 4 1 30
Devin Vassell 13 5 3 2 29

Knicks prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Knicks:

Player PTS REB AST 3PM DFS
Jalen Brunson 24 3 7 2 43
K. Towns 20 12 5 2 47
OG Anunoby 18 6 2 2 34
Mikal Bridges 15 4 3 1 29
Landry Shamet 10 2 2 2 18

Spurs vs. Knicks Game 3 updates and essential details

Monday's Game 3 between the Knicks and Spurs in the NBA Finals is scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM ET.

The winner of the 2026 NBA Finals between the Spurs and Knicks gets the Larry O'Brien Trophy. Game 231 of the best-of-seven series is at New York's Madison Square Garden.

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Conclusion

We predict the Knicks, with a 58.1% win probability, will likely beat the Spurs in Game 3 of the 2026 Finals.

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Written by
Ryan Leaver
Senior Sports and Betting Editor

Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.

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