Knicks owner says Trump did not fall asleep during Game 3
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:48 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
James Dolan, owner of the New York Knicks, denied that President Donald Trump fell asleep during Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. Dolan, who attended the game with Trump, stated in an interview that they were engaged in conversation the entire time. While there were observations suggesting Trump appeared to close his eyes briefly, Dolan emphasized that he did not nod off. The Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs in this championship series, and the anticipation surrounds whether Trump will attend Game 4.
- •Dolan spoke on WFAN's The Carton Show.
- •Game 3 took place at Madison Square Garden.
- •Trump's attendance at Game 4 is uncertain.
- •Knicks are competing against the San Antonio Spurs.
- 9:48 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks owner James Dolan says President Trump actually didn't fall asleep during Game 3 of NBA Finals
- 9:48 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks owner James Dolan says President Trump actually didn't fall asleep during Game 4 of NBA Finals
- 9:07 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks owner denies Donald Trump fell asleep during Game 3
"A video appeared to show the president with his eyes closed as the Knicks clashed with the Spurs.
"A video appeared to show the president with his eyes closed as the Knicks clashed with the Spurs.
"Did President Trump actually fall asleep during Game 3?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 9:48 PMKnicks owner James Dolan says President Trump actually didn't fall asleep during Game 3 of NBA Finals
A video appeared to show the president with his eyes closed as the Knicks clashed with the Spurs.
- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 9:48 PMKnicks owner James Dolan says President Trump actually didn't fall asleep during Game 4 of NBA Finals
A video appeared to show the president with his eyes closed as the Knicks clashed with the Spurs.
- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 9:07 PMKnicks owner denies Donald Trump fell asleep during Game 3
Did President Trump actually fall asleep during Game 3?
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