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Knicks fans boo Donald Trump at NBA Finals game in New York

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 10:08 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Knicks fans boo Donald Trump at NBA Finals game in New York

Summary

President Donald Trump faced a loud chorus of boos during Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on June 9, 2026, where the New York Knicks played the San Antonio Spurs. Despite a strong 13-game postseason winning streak, the Knicks lost the game. Jesse Watters, a commentator on The Five, described the crowd's reaction to Trump as 'mixed,' downplaying the intense booing. Security measures were heightened at the arena, including TSA-style screenings and a no-bag policy, impacting fan entry ahead of the game. The Knicks had advised fans to arrive early due to these new protocols.

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By the Numbers

•Trump was booed during Game 3 at Madison Square Garden.
•The Knicks lost to the Spurs, ending a 13-game winning streak.
•Jesse Watters characterized the fan reaction as 'mixed'.
•Increased security measures were enforced at the arena.
•The Knicks advised fans to arrive early due to screening procedures.

Latest Updates

10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Fox’s Jesse Watters Wildly Understates Knicks Fans’ Reaction to Trump: ‘I Did Hear Some Boos’

What they're saying

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President Donald Trump was loudly booed during Monday's NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden, but to hear Jesse Watters tell it, the reaction was "mixed."
— Yahoo Sports

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