Trump to Attend NBA Finals Game 3 in New York
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- Trump accepted James Dolan's invitation to attend NBA Finals Game 3 at Madison Square Garden, saying he may also attend Game 4.
- Trump praised the Knicks' 14‑point comeback win in Game 1 and called Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama “a great player” with a “great shot.”
- Adam Silver said Trump would be welcome at the game, noting it would be the first time a sitting president attends an NBA Finals game during his tenure as commissioner.
- Adam Silver announced extra security would be deployed for the president and that the appearance has driven record ticket prices and heightened citywide interest.
Why it matters: The Knicks and Madison Square Garden stand to earn higher ticket revenues as Trump’s presence drives record prices, while the NBA must allocate extra security resources for the president’s visit.
