Key Facts

• President Donald Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals featuring the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs.
• NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said Trump has been a longtime Knicks fan and regularly attended games in the past.
• Trump’s attendance caused some fans to wait longer due to increased security measures at Madison Square Garden.
• House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized Trump’s presence, saying he should focus on improving Americans’ lives instead.
• ESPN host Stephen A. Smith also said Trump’s attendance disrupted the event, regardless of political affiliation.
• Fans showed mixed reactions, cheering and booing Trump as he appeared on the arena screen.
• The Knicks are competing in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 and are close to winning the championship.
• Trump commented that people who cannot afford tickets can watch the game on television for free.