Trump plans to attend NBA Finals in New York City, sources say
CBS News • • sports
Key Points:
- President Trump plans to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals on June 8 in New York City, where the Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs; Knicks owner James Dolan, a Trump donor, invited him.
- Heightened security measures are being coordinated for the event, which takes place at Madison Square Garden in Midtown Manhattan, a major transit hub.
- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani also plans to attend but will sit separately from Trump, emphasizing a different section to avoid direct contact.
- Trump's relationship with the NBA has been complex, marked by past criticism of players' protests and public feuds with stars like LeBron James, despite previously expressing support for the league and the Knicks.
- NBA Commissioner Adam Silver highlighted the unifying power of sports amid societal divisions, referencing the significance of Trump's attendance at the Knicks' home game.