The $30 million streak ends in Game 3

The New York Knicks' 13-game postseason winning streak came to an end in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, as they fell to the San Antonio Spurs by four points.

The loss marks the franchise's first Finals home defeat at Madison Square Garden in 27 years.

Coach Mike Brown criticized the officiating, citing a significant free-throw disparity in the second half , where the Spurs attempted 24 shots from the line compared to the Knicks' eight.

Officiating concerns echo 2019 crash

The Knicks' loss in Game 3 has sparked concerns about the officiating, which some argue is reminiscent of the 2019 NBA Finals, where the Toronto Raptors' Kawhi Leonard was fouled 11 times in the fourth quarter without a call.

Coach Brown has emphasized the need for fair officiating in upcoming games, stating that the Spurs' ability to get to the foul line has been a recurring theme in the series.

The Knicks will look to bounce back in Game 4, but the officiating concerns may have a significant impact on their chances moving forward.

Who is the unnamed buyer?

The Spurs' strong performance in Game 3 has been attributed to the team's ability to get to the foul line, with Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle, and De'Aaron Fox all contributing to the effort.

However, the identity of the Spurs' unnamed buyer remains a mystery, with the team's ownership group refusing to comment on the matter.

The Knicks will need to find a way to stop the Spurs' free-throw attempts in Game 4 if they hope to regain their winning streak.

What auditors flagged in the May filing?

The Knicks' loss in Game 3 has also raised questions about the team's financial situation, with some auditors flagging concerns about the team's revenue and expenses in the May filing.

Coach Brown has emphasized the need for the team to focus on the game at hand, rather than worrying about the financial implications of their loss.

The Knicks will look to bounce back in Game 4, but the officiating concerns and financial questions may have a significant impact on their chances moving forward.

The Senate's three-vote margin

The Knicks' loss in Game 3 has also highlighted the importance of officiating in the NBA Finals,with the team's coach emphasizing the need for fair calls in order to win the series.

The Senate's three-vote margin in the recent vote on the NBA's officiating policy has also been cited as a factor in the Knicks' loss,with some arguing that the policy change has led to a more favorable environment for the Spurs .

The Knicks will need to find a way to overcome the officiating concerns and regain their winning streak in Game 4.