ESPN The first game of the 2026 NBA finals was everything fans could want out of playoff basketball. The New York Knicks overcame an early 14-point deficit to bring themselves within spitting distance of the San Antonio Spurs by the third period, the orange and blue squad only pulling ahead in the final minutes. Courtside fans, unable to contain themselves, stormed the hardwood to take selfies with the stars in pure playoff ecstasy. For those watching at h