The San Antonio Spurs were trolled by the New York Knicks on Tuesday after the NBA revealed the 2026 Christmas Day schedule, which includes a rematch of their 2026 NBA Finals. The Knicks responded with a photo of Jalen Brunson wearing a 2026 NBA champions hat, mocking their victory over the Spurs in five games. The Spurs' last result was a 90-94 loss to the Knicks on June 14, 2026, and their recent form shows one win in their last five games (LLLLW).
What happened during the 2026 NBA Finals?
Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks to their first NBA championship since 1973, averaging 32.6 points, 4.6 assists, and 4.2 rebounds per game in the Finals. The Spurs, led by Victor Wembanyama, had knocked out the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals but fell to the Knicks in five games. The Knicks overcame a 2-1 deficit against the Atlanta Hawks in the first round before winning 15 of their final 16 playoff games.
Why did the Knicks troll the Spurs?
The Knicks posted a photo of Brunson in a 2026 NBA champions hat on X after the NBA announced their Christmas Day rematch against the Spurs. The image was a clear dig at the Spurs, who lost to the Knicks in the Finals. The Spurs have struggled recently, losing four of their last five games, including their most recent match against the Knicks on June 14, 2026.
What’s next for the Spurs and Knicks?
The Spurs will face the Knicks on Christmas Day 2026, a rematch of their Finals series. The Knicks will also host the Philadelphia 76ers on opening night on October 20, 2026, where they will raise their championship banner. The Sixers have added Jaylen Brown and LeBron James this offseason, making them a formidable opponent. The Spurs, meanwhile, will look to bounce back from their recent struggles and challenge the Knicks in their Christmas Day showdown.
