Donald Trump booed during national anthem at NBA Finals Game 3
10 sources • 3 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
President Donald Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden on June 8. The president was met with loud boos when shown on the video screens during the national anthem, prompting cheers when Knicks players were displayed. This marks Trump as the first sitting U.S. president to attend an NBA Finals game. His attendance resulted in heightened security measures, including long lines for fans entering the arena. The Knicks entered the game leading the series 2-0, aiming for their first title since 1973.
- •Trump is the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game.
- •Booing occurred during the national anthem as Trump appeared on screen.
- •Knicks lead the series 2-0 and seek their first title since 1973.
- •Increased security measures caused long delays for fans and players.
- •Trump attended the game in a suite with several officials and family.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — President Donald Trump Booed at NBA Finals in New York City
- 12:51 AMYahoo Sports — Did Knicks fans boo Donald Trump? Here’s the video from NBA Finals Game 3 to decide for yourself
- 12:48 AMYahoo Sports — Trump gets boos and cheers at Knicks' NBA Finals game. How it sounded
- 12:45 AMYahoo Sports — Donald Trump given hostile reception as New York crowd boos and jeers president at NBA finals
- 12:45 AMThe Guardian Sport — Donald Trump given hostile reception as New York crowd boos and jeers president at NBA finals
- 12:42 AMYahoo Sports — Donald Trump met with loud boos during national anthem at NBA Finals Game 3
- 12:42 AMYahoo Sports — Donald Trump Booed at NBA Finals in New York City
- 12:42 AMYahoo Sports — Did Trump get booed at Knicks game? Fan video inside MSG shows reaction
"President attends Spurs v Knicks game at MSG Knicks aiming to win first title since 1973 Donald Trump was loudly booed when he was shown on the video screens at Madison Square Garden on Monday night before Game 3 of the NBA finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. Trump was shown on the jumbotron while the Star-Spangled Banner was being sung before the game, and jeers and boos broke out around the arena. The president, with his granddaughter Kai behind him, was shown for a little over eight seconds and held a salute the whole time with a smile on his face. A few seconds later, the video board showed Knicks players in line and the boos turned to cheers. Continue reading...
"Donald Trump was loudly booed when he was shown on the video screens at Madison Square Garden on Monday night before Game 3 of the NBA finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. A few seconds later, the video board showed Knicks players in line and the boos turned to cheers. The US president, a longtime Knicks fan, attended as the guest of team owner James Dolan as New York hosted their first NBA finals game since 1999.
"Donald Trump received a not-so-warm welcome at Madison Square Garden during Game 3 of the NBA Finals. As the President appeared in front of his hometown crowd, he was met with a sea of boos from thousands of basketball fans. As Broadway star Avery Wilson sang the National Anthem, the camera faded to a shot …
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 2:00 AMPresident Donald Trump Booed at NBA Finals in New York City
The New York Knicks are facing the San Antonio Spurs for Game 3.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 12:51 AMDid Knicks fans boo Donald Trump? Here’s the video from NBA Finals Game 3 to decide for yourself
Here's a look at the moment Trump was shown to the New York City crowd at NBA Finals Game 3.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 12:48 AMTrump gets boos and cheers at Knicks' NBA Finals game. How it sounded
At Madison Square Garden for Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs, President Trump received a mixed reaction from the crowd.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 12:45 AMDonald Trump given hostile reception as New York crowd boos and jeers president at NBA finals
Donald Trump was loudly booed when he was shown on the video screens at Madison Square Garden on Monday night before Game 3 of the NBA finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. A few seconds later, the video board showed Knicks players in line and the boos turned to cheers. The US president, a longtime Knicks fan, attended as the guest of team owner James Dolan as New York hosted their first NBA finals game since 1999.
- The Guardian SportJun 9, 2026, 12:45 AMDonald Trump given hostile reception as New York crowd boos and jeers president at NBA finals
President attends Spurs v Knicks game at MSG Knicks aiming to win first title since 1973 Donald Trump was loudly booed when he was shown on the video screens at Madison Square Garden on Monday night before Game 3 of the NBA finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. Trump was shown on the jumbotron while the Star-Spangled Banner was being sung before the game, and jeers and boos broke out around the arena. The president, with his granddaughter Kai behind him, was shown for a little over eight seconds and held a salute the whole time with a smile on his face. A few seconds later, the video board showed Knicks players in line and the boos turned to cheers. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 12:42 AMDonald Trump met with loud boos during national anthem at NBA Finals Game 3
Donald Trump becomes the first sitting U.S. president to attend the NBA Finals after coming to Game 3 at Madison Square Garden.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 12:42 AMDonald Trump Booed at NBA Finals in New York City
Donald Trump received a not-so-warm welcome at Madison Square Garden during Game 3 of the NBA Finals. As the President appeared in front of his hometown crowd, he was met with a sea of boos from thousands of basketball fans. As Broadway star Avery Wilson sang the National Anthem, the camera faded to a shot …
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 12:42 AMDid Trump get booed at Knicks game? Fan video inside MSG shows reaction
President Donald Trump's presence at Game 3 of the NBA Finals was the talk of the town, but was he booed on Monday?
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 12:42 AMKnicks Fans Boo Trump During National Anthem at Finals Game
President Donald Trump was showered with boos on Monday night at Madison Square Garden during Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 12:39 AMDonald Trump booed at Madison Square Garden as he makes history as first sitting president to attend NBA Finals game
Donald Trump's presence at Game 3 on Monday night led to increased security around Madison Square Garden and very, very long lines.
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