The 2026 NBA Finals have been a closely contested series, with the New York Knicks taking a 2-0 lead over the San Antonio Spurs. The Spurs were viewed as favorites after defeating the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals. However, they have struggled to find their rhythm in the series, particularly with Victor Wembanyama's poor performance. In Game 1, Wembanyama went 6-of-21 from the field, with six turnovers. In Game 2, he took just four shots in the first half and had four turnovers, including a costly one. The Spurs' struggles have left the Houston Rockets reacting, as they look to learn from their own experiences in the playoffs. The Rockets were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs, but they have been following the series closely and are eager to see how the Spurs will bounce back. The Rockets are also looking to learn from the Knicks' strategy in limiting Wembanyama's impact. Knicks coach Mike Brown has found a way to limit Wembanyama's scoring opportunities, and the Rockets are eager to see how they can apply that strategy to their own games. The Rockets are also looking to improve their own performance in the playoffs, particularly in the paint. They have struggled to contain opponents' big men, and they are looking to find a way to improve their defense in the paint. The Rockets are also looking to improve their own offense, particularly in the perimeter. They have struggled to find their rhythm in the playoffs, and they are looking to find a way to improve their shooting from beyond the arc. The Rockets are eager to see how the Spurs will bounce back in the series, and they are looking to learn from their own experiences in the playoffs.