Saturday, June 20, 2026 · Strands #1046
NYT Strands Hints & Answers — Saturday, June 20 (#1046)
Today's NYT Strands theme is "Knicks knack". Use the hints below before revealing the spangram and theme words.
Today’s theme
“Knicks knack”
Hints
Full answers below
Today’s Strands answers
The spangram is GARDENPARTY. The theme words are CHANT, COURTSIDE, JUMBOTRON, MARQUEE, RAFTERS.
Today's Strands hints (no spoilers)
Here are spoiler-free clues for NYT Strands #1046, Saturday, June 20. The official theme is "Knicks knack" — work through the hints before revealing the spangram.
How Strands hints work
Each hint reveals a bit more about the theme and the spangram without naming any answer word. The full list of theme words stays below the fold.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Strands spangram for June 20 (#1046)?
- Today's Strands spangram is GARDENPARTY.
- What is the Strands theme today (#1046)?
- The theme clue is "Knicks knack", and the theme words are CHANT, COURTSIDE, JUMBOTRON, MARQUEE, RAFTERS.