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President Trump shares thoughts on Victor Wembanyama ahead of NBA Finals

4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 5:14 AM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

President Trump shares thoughts on Victor Wembanyama ahead of NBA Finals
Summary

President Trump expressed admiration for Spurs player Victor Wembanyama while discussing the NBA Finals. Trump plans to attend at least one game at Madison Square Garden, which will feature the New York Knicks against the San Antonio Spurs. He noted the Knicks' strong Game 1 victory and praised Wembanyama's skills, commenting, 'How do you guard this guy?' Trump's attendance is expected to impact security measures at the venue for the highly anticipated games. The Knicks last hosted a Finals game in 1999 as they seek their first title in 53 years.

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By the Numbers
  • •Trump will attend NBA Finals games at Madison Square Garden.
  • •He commended Wembanyama's performance and skills.
  • •Knicks won Game 1 against the Spurs by 10 points.
  • •New York is seeking its first championship since 1973.
  • •Game 3 is scheduled for June 8, with Game 4 on June 10.
Latest Updates
  • 5:14 AMYahoo Sports — Wembanyama seeks clarity after heartbreaking Spurs loss
  • 1:01 AMYahoo Sports — ‘How do you guard this guy?’ Donald Trump praises Victor Wembanyama
  • 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — ‘How Do You Guard This Guy?’ – President Donald Trump Is In Awe Of Victor Wembanyama After Knicks’ Game 1 Win
  • 10:48 PMYahoo Sports — President Trump amazed by Victor Wembanyama: 'How do you guard this guy?'
What they're saying
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San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama could barely remember the details of the late-game miscues that cost the Spurs in their agonizing 105-104 loss to the New York Knicks in game two of the NBA Finals on Friday.San Antonio still had a chance to win it, but Wembanyama's final jump shot bounced off the rim.

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Next week, the New York Knicks will be hosting an NBA Finals game for the first time since 1999, and United States President Donald Trump will be in the stands for at least one of those games. While he’ll obviously be rooting for the Knicks as a longtime New Yorker, he made it clear that…

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San Antonio forward Victor Wembanyama had an inconsistent night as the Spurs blew a huge lead to lose 105-95 to the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday evening. Despite registering a double-double of 26 points, 12 rebounds and 3 blocks, Wembanyama shot just 28.

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