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Knicks Lose Game 3; Watch Party Returns for Game 4
10 Jun
Summary
- Knicks lost Game 3 to the Spurs, snapping a 13-game winning streak.
- President Trump's attendance at Game 3 caused security issues and watch party cancellation.
- A Game 4 watch party is approved outside MSG, with Trump not expected to attend.
New York's Knicks lost Game 3 of the NBA Finals to the San Antonio Spurs, a defeat that snapped their 13-game winning streak. The game saw President Donald Trump in attendance, marking a historic moment as the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden. His presence, however, led to a significant security perimeter and the cancellation of an outdoor watch party, causing disruptions for fans and local businesses. The Knicks are now leading the series 2-1.
In a turn of events, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that a ticketed watch party for Game 4 has been approved outside MSG. This decision comes as President Trump is reportedly not expected to attend Game 4 due to scheduling conflicts. Despite his absence, Madison Square Garden Sports noted that the NYPD will implement similar 'frozen zone' restrictions, impacting local businesses. This move allows for a celebratory atmosphere to return to the city as fans anticipate the next game.
