- Donald Trump is scheduled to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden.
- This visit marks his first trip to New York Ci ty since September and makes him the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game, following an invitation from Knicks owner James Dolan.
- The Knicks are currently leading the series 2-0 and are aiming for their first championship since 1973, a period when Trump was a real estate consultant for the team.
- Trump has a long-standing history as a Knicks fan, with his affiliation dating back to 1975, and was a frequent courtside attendee in the 1990s.
- His attendance has generated mixed reactions, with some New Yorkers and politicians, including Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, expressing concern that his presence might distract from the team's momentum.
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As the Knicks chase history, Trump looks set to steal the spotlight
