Victor Wembanyama, arguably the most high-profile player in the league right now, interviewed with NBA insider Chris Haynes ahead of the final matchup and revealed his thoughts on the opposing Knicks squad. When asked what it would take to beat the Knicks, Wemby was honest in his assessment.

Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama offered a blunt assessment of the New York Knicks while speaking with Chris Haynes ahead of the NBA Cup Final. Looking ahead to tonight’s showdown, he pointed to their style of play as something that stands apart from the more polished systems seen elsewhere.

The Emirates NBA Cup 2025 Semifinals generated a 126% year-over-year increase in social media views, with more than 400 million views across all platforms. The Emirates NBA Cup 2025 Semifinals saw a 126% year-over-year increase in social media views, with more than 400 million views across all platforms. (Source: Videocites)

Returning Victor Wembanyama inspired San Antonio, snapping OKC’s undefeated run and setting up a captivating climax on Tuesday

The San Antonio Spurs handed the Oklahoma City Thunder just their second loss of the season in the NBA Cup semifinals.

Saturday felt like a significant moment in NBA Cup history. San Antonio's upset over Oklahoma City didn't just punch a ticket to the tournament final. It was a message to the rest of the sport. The Spurs are no longer just a young team on the rise.

Victor Wembanyama returned from a 12-game absence to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 111-109 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder

LAS VEGAS — There was a moment during Saturday’s NBA Cup semifinal game between the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder when it started to feel like Victor Wembanyama’s return was a ruse.

The San Antonio Spurs recently saw the return of Victor Wembanyama, and his coach gave an injury update on his status for the NBA Cup Final.

Victor Wembanyama says trash talk fuels his game after returning from injury, leading Spurs past Thunder into NBA Cup final with 22 points.