Knicks host Spurs at MSG for first NBA Finals game since 1999

Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs is scheduled for Monday night at Madison Square Garden. This marks the first NBA Finals game at MSG in 27 years, creating heightened anticipation among fans and players alike. Knicks players, including Jalen Brunson, acknowledge the electric atmosphere expected. President Donald Trump is set to attend the game, leading to tightened security measures and the cancellation of an outside watch party. Both teams aim to focus on the game amidst the outside distractions.

• 9:19 PMYahoo Sports — With the NBA Finals returning to MSG for the first time in 27 years and the president in attendance, both teams will try to do the impossible: pretend it's just another game