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Trump's attendance could distract Knicks during NBA Finals against Spurs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 12:31 AM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Trump's attendance could distract Knicks during NBA Finals against Spurs

Summary

President Donald Trump plans to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals, featuring the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs. Joe Budden expressed concerns that Trump’s presence might be a distraction for the Knicks, who haven't won a title in over 50 years. Knicks owner James Dolan welcomed the visit, highlighting the excitement surrounding the team’s return to the Finals after nearly three decades. The announcement has generated mixed reactions among fans, with concerns about security delays and the overall impact on the game atmosphere. The game is still in progress as of now.

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By the Numbers

•Trump announces attendance for Game 3 of the Finals
•Budden questions if Trump will distract the Knicks
•Dolan expresses enthusiasm about Trump's visit
•Concerns over security and game delays arise
•Knicks seek first championship in 53 years

Latest Updates

12:31 AMYahoo Sports — “Trump Is Such A Force”: Donald Trump Could Become Major Knicks Distraction During NBA Finals, Says Joe Budden

What they're saying

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President Donald Trump recently announced that he would be attending Game 3 of the ongoing finals series between the Knicks and the Spurs. The POTUS has been teasing for quite some time that he would like to watch the game and since then, many sports icons have been speaking out their opinions on the matter. [...]
— Yahoo Sports

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