What happened: The Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco have emerged as the viral "superfan" symbols of the San Antonio Spurs' 2026 NBA Finals run. Reporter Malika Andrews profiled the group, whose courtside prayers and decades of support have become a fixture at the Frost Bank Center.
Why it matters: The Sisters' connection to the franchise spans generations, resonating with players like Victor Wembanyama and rookie Dylan Harper, a Salesian high school alumnus. Their presence provides a unique spiritual backdrop as the Spurs fight to overcome a series deficit against the New York Knicks.
By the numbers: Series: Knicks lead 3-1. Game 4: NYK 107, SAS 106. NYK's 29-point comeback set a record for the largest in NBA Finals history.
What to watch: Game 5 tips off tonight at the Frost Bank Center as the Spurs look to avoid elimination and force a Game 6.