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Knicks plan White House visit as first NBA team under Trump administration

Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:05 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Knicks plan White House visit as first NBA team under Trump administration
Summary

The New York Knicks intend to become the first NBA team to visit President Donald Trump at the White House, team owner James Dolan announced on June 17. Following an invitation from the White House, Dolan, a long-time friend of Trump, confirmed their acceptance. This visit marks a notable moment as prior NBA champions have declined similar invitations during Trump's tenure, citing disagreements with his presidency. Dolan expressed pride in bringing the team to the White House, although details of the visit remain unclear regarding player participation. Previously, Trump attended the Knicks' only loss in the NBA Finals amidst fan protests.

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By the Numbers
  • •Knicks owner James Dolan announced the White House invitation.
  • •Dolan has known Trump for 30 years and views him as a friend.
  • •No NBA team has visited the White House under Trump's leadership.
  • •During Trump's attendance at an NBA Finals game, he faced boos from fans.
  • •Questions remain about which Knicks players will attend the White House.
Latest Updates
  • 11:58 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks accepted invitation to visit Trump at White House, Dolan says
  • 11:53 PMThe Guardian Sport — Knicks to follow up Trump boos at Madison Square Garden with White House visit, says Dolan
  • 11:41 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks Will Visit Trump At White House To Celebrate Championship, Says James Dolan
  • 11:05 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks will become first NBA team to visit Trump White House, owner James Dolan says
What they're saying
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Knicks owner Dolan is a longtime ally of US president No NBA team has visited White House under Trump New York Knicks owner James Dolan says his team will become the first NBA champions to visit Donald Trump at the White House. “We just did receive an invitation from the White House, which we accepted,” Dolan said during an appearance on WFAN New York on Wednesday. “We still have to figure out the details … but yes, of course. Look, I invited the president to come down for [last week’s Game 3 of the NBA finals]. He is a friend. I’ve known him for 30 years and I’m very proud to bring the team to the White House.” Continue reading...

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“We just did receive an invitation from the White House, which we accepted,” said New York Knicks owner James Dolan on WFAN this afternoon. The announcement is news because only two of the past 10 NBA Champions have visited 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. The Oklahoma City Thunder, who won last year, declined to visit President Trump …

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The New York Knicks are planning to visit the White House, owner James Dolan said Wednesday, marking a first for an NBA Finals winner during President Trump's time in office.

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