President Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, where he was booed by the crowd.
Key facts
- •President Trump was booed by the crowd at Game 3 of the NBA Finals
- •Trump was accompanied by administration officials, including Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum
- •He was also joined by family members, including Special Envoy Jared Kushner and his granddaughter, Kai Trump
- •The game was Trump's 17th sporting event attended in person since assuming office in 2025
- •The Knicks were playing with a 2-0 lead over the San Antonio Spurs and a 13-game consecutive win streak
- •Heightened security measures were in place due to Trump's attendance
President Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Monday. He was booed by the crowd when shown on the Jumbotron during the national anthem. Trump was accompanied by administration officials and family members.
Game Attendance
Trump's attendance at the game made him the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game. He has attended 17 sporting events in person since assuming office in 2025, including the Super Bowl, the Daytona 500, and the men's tennis U.S. Open final. The Knicks were playing with a 2-0 lead over the San Antonio Spurs and a 13-game consecutive win streak.
Security Measures
Trump's presence prompted heightened security measures at Madison Square Garden, including a strict no-bag policy and TSA-style screening for ticketholders. A secure zone was established in Midtown Manhattan near MSG, banning pedestrians and vehicles from passing through the area. The city decided not to hold a watch party outside MSG due to the security requirements.
This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by The Hill, NBC Politics.
