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Clarkson's 10 in 13 lifts Knicks in Finals Game 3

6/11/2026

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Clarkson Scores

Jordan Clarkson scored 10 points in 13 minutes for the Knicks in Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals.
He shot 4-for-7, including 2-for-2 from three, and added three rebounds, an assist and a steal.
The Rockets' low-scoring games and the Raptors' search for veteran depth have sparked interest in Clarkson, who averaged 5.3 points on 54.9% true shooting in 11.5 minutes per game during the 2026 playoffs.

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Knicks Bench

The Knicks reached the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, driven by bench play.
Their 13-game playoff winning streak ended with a 115-111 loss to the Spurs in Game 3.
Coach Mike Brown said Jose Alvarado steadied the offense after Jalen Brunson’s knee injury.
Jordan Clarkson, acquired from the New Orleans Pelicans in early February, added veteran depth to the reserves.

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Clarkson Scores

Jordan Clarkson scored 10 points in 13 minutes for the Knicks in Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals.
He shot 4-for-7, including 2-for-2 from three, and added three rebounds, an assist and a steal.
The Rockets' low-scoring games and the Raptors' search for veteran depth have sparked interest in Clarkson, who averaged 5.3 points on 54.9% true shooting in 11.5 minutes per game during the 2026 playoffs.

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