The San Antonio Spurs won Game 3 of the NBA Finals, beating the New York Knicks 115-111 at Madison Square Garden. The Spurs came out strong in the first quarter, while the Knicks had a 42-point second quarter to take the lead at halftime. San Antonio held on in the second half to move the series to a 2-1 Knicks lead.

Wembanyama Leads the Spurs

Victor Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds, six assists, and five stocks in the win. He was able to get to the basket and score in the restricted area, with eight of his 11 made field goals coming from there. Wembanyama also set screens and slipped them to get open, catching the Knicks off guard.

The Spurs used Wembanyama as a play-finisher, rather than having him create his own shots. This worked well, as he was able to score easily and efficiently. Wembanyama is 7’5” with an 8-foot wingspan, making him a dominant force in the paint.

Defensive Adjustments

The Spurs made defensive adjustments in Game 3, using more cross-matching to slow down the Knicks’ offense. They put Stephon Castle on Karl-Anthony Towns, which helped to limit his scoring. Castle is a strong defender who can hold his ground and make plays near the rim.

The Spurs also used Wembanyama to roam and make plays near the rim, which helped to disrupt the Knicks’ offense. This defensive strategy was effective, as the Knicks were not able to score as easily as they had in previous games.

Castle’s Big Game

Stephon Castle had a big game for the Spurs, scoring 23 points and adding five assists. He was able to attack the basket and score, using his strength and power to finish through contact. Castle also made a key three-pointer late in the game, which helped to seal the win for the Spurs.

The Knicks will look to bounce back in Game 4, but the Spurs have momentum on their side. The series is now 2-1 in favor of the Knicks, but the Spurs are confident that they can even the series.

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