Knicks Fans Blast 2-Hour Entry Warning for Game 3 as Trump Plans NBA Finals Visit
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Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jun 7
Knicks Fans Blast 2-Hour Entry Warning for Game 3 as Trump Plans NBA Finals Visit
3 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jun 7
Summary
Madison Square Garden told fans to arrive at least two hours early for Game 3 because President Donald Trump is expected to attend, triggering enhanced security at the Knicks' first home NBA Finals game in 27 years.
Social media backlash centered on the expected entry delays, with fans arguing arena access should not be heavily disrupted for one attendee and some objecting to Trump being welcomed at all.
Trump's appearance could draw a mixed in-arena response—recent sporting events have brought both cheers and boos—while some fans even joked they would blame him if New York loses.
The political sideshow lands as the Knicks hold a 2-0 Finals lead and sit two wins from their first NBA championship since 1973, adding extra tension to an already historic night.