Trump courts boos at historic New York NBA Finals appearance

Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: United States

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Trump courts boos at historic New York NBA Finals appearance

Donald Trump became the first sitting US president to attend an NBA Finals game on Monday night at Madison Square Garden. When his image appeared on the big screen during the national anthem, many fans booed, highlighting the country's deep divisions. A massive security operation locked down the streets around the arena. The San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks 115-111 in an electric atmosphere, with celebrities like Spike Lee and Dave Chappelle in attendance.

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