Knicks fall to Spurs in Game 3 of NBA Finals amid Trump attendance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 4:54 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The New York Knicks lost 115-111 to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of the NBA Finals on June 8, ending their 13-game playoff winning streak. The defeat came after President Trump attended the game, prompting criticism from fans who claim he jinxed the team. The Knicks now lead the series 2-1 heading into Game 4 in New York on June 10. Trump's presence required heightened security measures and led to the cancellation of a watch party outside Madison Square Garden.
- •Knicks' 13-game playoff winning streak ends with loss to Spurs.
- •Series now 2-1 in favor of the Knicks.
- •President Trump's attendance drew heavy social media backlash.
- •Game 4 scheduled for June 10 in New York.
- 4:54 AMYahoo Sports — Critics Hammer Trump For Jinxing Knicks After Brutal Game 3 Loss
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