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Josh Hart's old tweets about Trump go viral ahead of Game 3 at MSG

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 2:02 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Josh Hart's old tweets about Trump go viral ahead of Game 3 at MSG

Summary

Ahead of Game 3 in the NBA Finals, two old tweets from New York Knicks player Josh Hart criticizing former President Donald Trump have gained significant attention. The Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, their first Finals appearance in 27 years. Concerns about security for Trump's attendance led to a cancellation of public watch parties and heightened restrictions around the venue. As a result, many fans expressed their discontent with Trump vocally during the anthem. Hart's tweets from 2020 show his strong negative perspective on Trump, resonating with fans who supported his remarks as the game approaches.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks play Spurs in Game 3 of NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden.
•Trump's attendance raises security concerns and leads to public frustrations.
•Hart's criticisms from 2020 resurface as fans react ahead of the game.
•The Knicks seek to capitalize on their first Finals appearance in 27 years.

Latest Updates

2:02 AMYahoo Sports — ‘What a Dumbass’: Knicks Player’s Old Tweets Bashing Trump Go Viral Ahead of President’s Trip to MSG

What they're saying

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Two six-year-old tweets by New York Knicks player Josh Hart went viral ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday for his blunt views about President Donald Trump.
— Yahoo Sports

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