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Trump appears to close eyes during NBA Finals Game 3

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:47 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Trump appears to close eyes during NBA Finals Game 3
Summary

During Game 3 of the NBA Finals, President Donald Trump was seen appearing to close his eyes for several moments. The game took place at Madison Square Garden in New York, where Trump faced boos during the national anthem. Social media clips led to speculation about whether he was asleep or merely resting. Neither the White House nor Trump has commented on the clips. Game 4 is scheduled for June 10, with the series currently led by the New York Knicks at 2-1 after San Antonio's win in Game 3.

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  • •President Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
  • •Video shows him with eyes closed during the game.
  • •Knicks lead the series against Spurs 2-1.
  • •Game 4 is on June 10 at Madison Square Garden.
  • •No comments made by the White House regarding the incident.
Latest Updates
  • 12:47 PMYahoo Sports — Did Trump fall asleep at NBA Finals? Clips spark online debate
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President Donald Trump appeared to close his eyes for several moments during Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

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