ABC brings exclusive coverage of the 2026 NBA Finals featuring the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, with all games available to stream on the ESPN App for viewers nationwide. The championship series started June 3 and runs through mid-June, with each contest airing at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
Quick Facts
- ABC holds exclusive broadcast rights for the 2026 NBA Finals
- All games air on ABC and stream via the ESPN App
- Series began Wednesday, June 3, with Game 1 at San Antonio
- Games are scheduled through June 19 if necessary, all at 8:30 p.m. ET
The Knicks are back in the Finals for the first time since 1999, led by Jalen Brunson, while the Spurs feature young star Victor Wembanyama. The Knicks won Game 1 on the road, 105-95, and the series continues with Game 2 on June 5 at San Antonio.
ESPN’s exclusive presentation offers multiple viewing options through the ESPN App for ESPN Unlimited subscribers, including alternate camera angles like SkyCam and Layup Lines presentations. Both home and away audio broadcasts are available for fans seeking localized radio calls alongside the national broadcast.
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The championship matchup marks a rematch of sorts—the Spurs defeated the Knicks in the 1999 NBA Finals, 27 years prior. All games are available to stream live on the ESPN App alongside the ABC broadcast.
Sources
- ESPN — Game schedule, streaming details, and how to watch information
- NBA.com — Finals schedule and official broadcast details
- ESPN Press Room — Announcement of ABC’s exclusive coverage beginning June 3
