Knicks host Game 3 of NBA Finals amid diverse cultural moments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The New York Knicks prepare to face off in Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night, currently leading the series 2-0. The finals have drawn in notable figures including Elmo, President Donald Trump, and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Elmo faced backlash from Knicks fans for attempting to remain neutral in his support for both teams. Mayor Mamdani made headlines by jokingly granting children a ‘no bedtime’ exemption for the games. Trump’s anticipated attendance adds a political layer to the high-stakes matchup.
- •Knicks lead NBA Finals 2-0 ahead of Game 3.
- •Mayor Mamdani jokes about kids’ bedtimes for playoff games.
- •Elmo faced fans’ disappointment over neutrality.
- •Trump expected to attend Game 3 at Madison Square Garden.
- •Cultural figures converge as Knicks deepen playoff run.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Only in New York: Trump, Mamdani and Elmo talk NBA finals
"A president, a mayor and a muppet have little in common — except New York's growing NBA Finals obsession
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