The 2026 NBA Finals have arrived with Game 1 between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs tipping off on Wednesday (8:30 p.m. ET on ABC) at the Frost Bank Center.
The Spurs are looking to start a new dynasty behind Victor Wembanyama by winning their sixth title in franchise history. The Knicks, on the other hand, carry the hopes of New York's basketball faithful on their shoulders, as they try to win the franchise's first title since 1973.
From pregame fashion to the vibes of San Antonio coming to life for another potential championship run, here are the best sights and sounds from Game 1.
Wemby getting his teammates ready
The Spurs superstar is in good spirits prior to Game 1.
Wemby getting his squad ready for the Finals 🔥 pic.twitter.com/FZI5PQ8vNH
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) June 4, 2026
Calm before the storm
The stage is set at Frost Bank Arena with Fiesta-themed t-shirts on each seat.
Dressed and ready pic.twitter.com/hPyi3cThzR
— NBA (@NBA) June 3, 2026
NBA legends chopping it up
Naismith Basketball Hall of Famers Patrick Ewing and Gary Payton caught up on the court during warmups for Game 1. Ewing was part of the last Knicks team to be in the NBA Finals prior to this year.
Gary Payton x Patrick Ewing 🤝
— NBA (@NBA) June 3, 2026
Two legends are on site for Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals! pic.twitter.com/g4qaB8Zs5t
Tracy Morgan is in the house
The New York super fan and comedian has been a constant presence at Knicks' games through the years.
Tracy Morgan taking time for fans in San Antonio 🫶
— NBA (@NBA) June 4, 2026
Knicks/Spurs NBA Finals G1: 8:30pm/et, ABC pic.twitter.com/oSBUl6OjxO
Spurs' Jackals are ready for Game 1
San Antonio's fan group is prepared to bring the energy in the opening game of the 2026 NBA Finals.
The @SpursJackals are READY for Game 1!
— NBA (@NBA) June 3, 2026
"Every Jackal here knows how dedicated all the fans here are about the Spurs winning the Finals."
The 2026 NBA Finals begin at 8:30pm/et on ABC. pic.twitter.com/TBiM9pGDFC
The stars are in the building
The time is now, and the stars are setting the bar high early on in their arrivals. Wembanyama styled a custom denim jacket over a traditional white shirt and black, while Knicks guard Jalen Brunson kept it simple with a navy matching set.
WEMBY ARRIVES FOR HIS NBA FINALS DEBUT.
— NBA (@NBA) June 3, 2026
🍿 NYK/SAS GAME 1
📺 8:30 PM ET, ABC pic.twitter.com/DPXGazDDOv
NEW YORK'S CAPTAIN IS HERE 🫡
— NBA (@NBA) June 3, 2026
Jalen Brunson arrives for his NBA Finals debut!
NYK/SAS GAME 1: 8:30 PM ET, ABC pic.twitter.com/k5elal8dnR
DYLAN HARPER IN THE HOUSE.
— NBA (@NBA) June 3, 2026
The No. 2 pick in last year's draft takes a look at the Larry O'Brien statue as he arrives for his first NBA Finals 👀
NYK/SAS GAME 1: 8:30 PM ET, ABC pic.twitter.com/r09PpiOgMx
