Trump plans to attend NBA Finals in New York City President Trump, a native New Yorker and Knicks fan, is scheduled to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. This marks a return to attending NBA games, a stark contrast to his previous criticisms of the league and its players during his presidency. The article details his past positive interactions with the NBA and Knicks, as well as his public feuds with players and coaches.

• President Trump will attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals in New York City between the Knicks and Spurs.
• Trump, a native New Yorker and Knicks fan, was invited by team owner James Dolan.
• Law enforcement is preparing for heightened security due to the president’s attendance.
• Mayor Zohran Mamdani also plans to attend but will not sit with Trump.
• Trump has previously criticized NBA players for political protests and has feuded with LeBron James and criticized coaches Steve Kerr and Gregg Popovich.
• Despite past criticism, Trump was a fan of the NBA and Knicks before his presidency, even participating in a campaign to recruit LeBron James.
• Trump’s attendance is notable given his past support and subsequent criticism of the NBA.