President Donald Trump was “thunderously booed” Monday night at Madison Square Garden in New York City when he was shown on the Jumbotron ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals, according to the White House press pool report.
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The stadium’s reaction comes after some New York Knicks fans warned he would not receive a warm welcome during the home game matchup against the San Antonio Spurs.
The Knicks’ historic winning streak has so far continued, and fans are hoping for a sweep. That is, defeating the Spurs in four consecutive games without a single loss. The Knicks currently hold a 2-0 series lead. The team is on the precipice of earning its first championship since 1973, but Trump’s attendance has sparked outcry, with some fans concerned the president will bring bad luck.
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Knicks owner James Dolan invited Trump, who becomes the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game. Security at the arena has been enhanced in response, and fans attending the game have been encouraged to arrive at least two hours before tipoff to allow extra time for TSA-style screening.
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