Getty Makai Bridges #25 of the New York Knicks guards De'Aaron Fox #4 of the San Antonio Spurs in the first half at Frost Bank Center on December 31, 2025 in San Antonio, Texas. In a stunning turn of events, “Knicks in 6” is the most favorable outcome among a group of 26 insiders at The Athletic forecasting the NBA Finals. While the San Antonio Spurs open as betting favorites , the New York Knicks , riding a historic 11-game winning streak, may have the momentum entering the championship round.