President Trump shares thoughts on Victor Wembanyama ahead of NBA Finals
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 11:12 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
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.
- •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.
- 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?'
"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.
"President Trump confirmed that he will be in attendance for at least one of the NBA Finals games at Madison Square Garden. He also shared some takes.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 11:12 PM‘How Do You Guard This Guy?’ – President Donald Trump Is In Awe Of Victor Wembanyama After Knicks’ Game 1 Win
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.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 10:48 PMPresident Trump amazed by Victor Wembanyama: 'How do you guard this guy?'
President Trump confirmed that he will be in attendance for at least one of the NBA Finals games at Madison Square Garden. He also shared some takes.
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