San Antonio Spurs Open as Favorites in 2026 NBA Finals Against New York Knicks

The San Antonio Spurs open as favorites to win the 2026 NBA championship against the New York Knicks. Betting markets list the Spurs at -205 and the Knicks at +170, according to DraftKings Sportsbook. The line moved from an initial -220 after the Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals.

Early wagers favored the Knicks, shortening San Antonio's odds to -200 before they settled at -205. Caesars Sportsbook reported both teams created liability in its futures book. The Spurs began the 2025-26 season at 65-1 to win the title, which would mark the largest preseason underdog championship in at least 40 seasons if achieved.

Wembanyama is the odds-on favorite for Finals MVP at -185.

Jalen Brunson leads Knicks players at +210, followed by Karl-Anthony Towns at 18-1. Stephon Castle sits at 50-1, OG Anunoby at 60-1 and De'Aaron Fox at 100-1 among players at 100-1 or shorter.

“The San Antonio Spurs will be favored to win the title headed into the 2026 NBA Finals, showing -205 odds to the New York Knicks' +170." — ESPN, May 30, 2026 The series begins with the Spurs seeking a second title in franchise history and the Knicks pursuing their first championship since 1973.”