The NBA Finals saw the San Antonio Spurs suffer a stunning collapse at the hands of the New York Knicks, despite holding double-digit leads in every game of the series. Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs’ dominant force, expressed self-blame for the defeat, hinting at personal regret over the team’s historic downfall. The series marked one of the most shocking upsets in recent playoff history, leaving fans and analysts questioning how a clear underdog could dismantle a seemingly unstoppable champion. For basketball observers, this reversal offers a rare glimpse into the fragility of even the most dominant teams.
Each week, Melissa Rohlin of the California Post will power rank the NBA’s 30 teams: 1. San Antonio Spurs There was palpable pain on Victor Wembanyama’s face after the Knicks eliminated the Spurs in the NBA Finals. The Spurs had double-digit leads in each of their four losses in that series. Wembanyama blamed himself. Here’s to...
