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Knicks lose Game 3 of NBA Finals as Barkley dismisses Trump blame

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 11:30 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Knicks lose Game 3 of NBA Finals as Barkley dismisses Trump blame

Summary

The New York Knicks lost Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden on June 9, 2026. This defeat marked the end of a 13-game winning streak, the Knicks' first loss in nearly a month. Following the game, Charles Barkley stated that he does not attribute the loss to the attendance of Donald Trump, despite some fans suggesting the president's presence had a negative effect. Barkley emphasized that the Hawks outplayed the Knicks and highlighted the energetic atmosphere at the arena.

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By the Numbers

•Knicks lose Game 3 to Hawks in NBA Finals.
•This marks the Knicks' first loss in 46 days.
•Barkley credits Hawks for outplaying the Knicks.
•Trump attended the game, igniting mixed fan reactions.
•Knicks had a historic 13-game winning streak prior.

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11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Charles Barkley refuses to blame Knicks loss on Trump

What they're saying

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The New York Knicks lost Game 3 of the NBA Finals in front of a Madison Square Garden crowd that included Donald Trump, but Charles Barkley isn’t blaming the president. Monday night was the first time the Knicks lost a game in 46 days and fans don’t know how to handle it. After trailing the…
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