NBA Finals Game 2 Preview: Must Win For Wemby & Spurs

About this episode

Brian Windhorst and guests discuss key storylines for Game 2 of the NBA Finals, focusing on Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs' fanbase.

Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to break down all of the key storylines to watch for in Game 2 of the NBA Finals including Victor Wembanyama’s energy, the Knicks’ defensive strategy and what players need more minutes. But first, MacMahon walks us through his unique experience with the Spurs’ fanbase ‘The Jackals’ and Wemby’s heavy involvement/communication with the group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Brian Windhorst

Guests: Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon

Topics covered

• NBA Finals
• Victor Wembanyama
• Spurs
• Knicks
• Game Preview
• Basketball Strategy

Keywords

• NBA Finals
• Wembanyama
• Spurs
• Knicks
• basketball
• Game 2
• Tim Bontemps
• Tim MacMahon

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ESPN, The Jackals, Knicks

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