De’Aaron Fox discusses challenges of Trump’s presence at NBA Finals Game 3
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 8:01 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
De’Aaron Fox addressed the impact of President Donald Trump's attendance at the NBA Finals Game 3, noting increased security measures that are affecting the Spurs’ preparations. The Spurs, down 2-0 in the series against the Knicks, face additional hurdles like airport-style screenings at Madison Square Garden. Fox mentioned that the situation has introduced inconveniences for players trying to focus before the game. The atmosphere around the arena has also shifted, with fans encountering restrictions and relocations of their gatherings due to the security protocols. San Antonio seeks to regain momentum in the Finals after losing the opening games.
- •Spurs trail 2-0 in the NBA Finals against the Knicks.
- •Fox expresses frustration over added security checks.
- •Fans face altered plans and restricted access outside MSG.
- •Game 3 is critical for San Antonio's chances in the series.
- 8:01 PMYahoo Sports — De'Aaron Fox questions Donald Trump's NBA Finals presence: 'The president being here just makes it inconvenient'
- 7:23 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Inconvenient for Everybody Else’ — Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox Reacts to President Donald Trump Attending NBA Finals Game 3
- 6:08 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox reveals inconvenient impact of President Donald Trump attending the NBA Finals
"President Donald Trump is set to become the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game as he heads to Madison Square Garden to cheer for the New York Knicks in tonight’s Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs. Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox has weighed in on the strict security measures being put in place to prepare for President Trump’s arrival.
"De’Aaron Fox did not turn Donald Trump’s NBA Finals appearance into a political debate, but he made clear it has changed how the Spurs are preparing for Game 3. San Antonio already has plenty to deal with at Madison Square Garden.
"Here's what Fox said about the situation and how the president's decision to attend Monday's game is impacting the players.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 8:01 PMDe'Aaron Fox questions Donald Trump's NBA Finals presence: 'The president being here just makes it inconvenient'
Here's what Fox said about the situation and how the president's decision to attend Monday's game is impacting the players.
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 7:23 PM‘Inconvenient for Everybody Else’ — Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox Reacts to President Donald Trump Attending NBA Finals Game 3
President Donald Trump is set to become the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game as he heads to Madison Square Garden to cheer for the New York Knicks in tonight’s Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs. Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox has weighed in on the strict security measures being put in place to prepare for President Trump’s arrival.
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 6:08 PMSpurs’ De’Aaron Fox reveals inconvenient impact of President Donald Trump attending the NBA Finals
De’Aaron Fox did not turn Donald Trump’s NBA Finals appearance into a political debate, but he made clear it has changed how the Spurs are preparing for Game 3. San Antonio already has plenty to deal with at Madison Square Garden.
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