The 2026 Conference Finals are delivering exactly the kind of high level basketball we hoped for
We’re getting two competitive, physical series with superstar performances and big adjustments coming. The Knicks showing championship level comeback ability with Jalen Brunson absolutely taking over the fourth quarter to erase that 22-point lead while the Spurs taking Game 1 in Oklahoma City in double OT behind a historic performance from Victor Wembanyama has made this round incredibly entertaining. Both conferences feel wide open in their own way.Cleveland has the talent to push back hard at home, and OKC’s depth and regular season dominance mean they’re far from done. It’s refreshing to see teams like the Knicks and Spurs, who have built through smart drafting and development, competing at this level instead of superteams dominating. These next few games will likely decide who has the mental edge heading into the Finals.