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Knicks Lead 2-0, Massive Bets, Trump at Game 3

6/8/2026

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Knicks Lead Finals

The New York Knicks lead the 2026 NBA Finals 2-0 as they prepare for Game 3 at Madison Square Garden.
BetMGM recorded a $20,000 Knicks wager at 22-1 ($440,000), a $50,000 Spurs wager ($325,000) and a $200,000 Knicks wager at +155 ($510,000).
Karl-Anthony Towns posted 21 points, 13 rebounds and four assists, earning Player of the Game honors.
U.S. President Donald Trump will attend Game 3 on Monday.

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Towns' Options

Towns holds a $61 million player option for 2027-28 and can earn a $272 million, four-year extension.
The Knicks must factor second-apron salary-cap limits into any long-term deal with Towns.
Wolves analysts say the Towns trade to New York hurts Minnesota, which badly needs him.
The Bucks expect Giannis Antetokounmpo may hit unrestricted free agency in 2027 and will review his future soon.

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Knicks Lead Finals

The New York Knicks lead the 2026 NBA Finals 2-0 as they prepare for Game 3 at Madison Square Garden.
BetMGM recorded a $20,000 Knicks wager at 22-1 ($440,000), a $50,000 Spurs wager ($325,000) and a $200,000 Knicks wager at +155 ($510,000).
Karl-Anthony Towns posted 21 points, 13 rebounds and four assists, earning Player of the Game honors.
U.S. President Donald Trump will attend Game 3 on Monday.

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