- July 1, 2026
- Updated 1:41 am
President Trump to Attend NBA Finals Game 3
President Donald Trump plans to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals in New York City. Fox News’ Kayleigh McEnany reports that Trump, a dedicated Knicks fan, received a personal invitation from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. Silver expressed enthusiasm about Trump’s presence and mentioned their shared interests.
During his presidency, Trump participated in numerous major sporting events. He also plans to host a UFC fight at the White House on June 14. Trump’s presence often provokes varied reactions, and this appearance at Madison Square Garden will likely be no different. The game features the New York Knicks facing the San Antonio Spurs.
Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has shown enthusiasm about playing before President Trump. A TikTok video humorously suggested Robinson would deliver an ace performance with Trump watching. Robinson confirmed this sentiment, indicating his eagerness to play hard. He, a 2018 second-round pick from Western Kentucky, has been with the Knicks his entire career.
The Madison Square Garden crowd’s response to Trump is uncertain. Knicks fans have shown diverse opinions. OutKick highlighted this varied fan response in a discussion in New York.