«Trump at the NBA Finals: audience reaction and rumors about sleep»
9 june 2026 в 17:13
Donald Trump attended the third game of the NBA Finals on June 8 at Madison Square Garden in New York, where the New York Knicks faced the San Antonio Spurs. The public’s reaction to his presence is actively being discussed online. While most spectators primarily booed the 79-year-old former president, there were also reports suggesting that he appeared to doze off during the game. So, did Trump really fall asleep?
Trump’s attendance at this significant event sparked controversy in New York. Some fans criticized the politician, particularly because the heightened security added extra stress for the spectators. However, others expressed their support for Trump.
Here’s what happened during the third game of the NBA Finals.
In addition to Trump, other celebrities were also present at the game, including Tina Fey, Ben Stiller, Spike Lee, and superfan Timothée Chalamet.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams also attended the game but did not sit next to Trump. He purchased a standing-room ticket for about $ 1,000 instead of taking a seated one.
When asked about a possible meeting with Trump at the game, the 34-year-old Adams told reporters, «I bought my tickets for almost $ 1,000. And I will be standing throughout the game… As for the president, I have no planned meeting with him; however, I am sure our conversations will continue about how to serve this city».
Ticket prices for the third game at Madison Square Garden were extremely high, ranging from $ 3,000 to $ 20,000.
According to videos circulating on social media, it seems that the Republican president may have dozed off several times during the Spurs vs. Knicks game. Trump’s eyes noticeably drooped when cameras showed him again, but it is unclear if he was actually asleep.
Yes, Trump received both applause and boos from basketball fans at MSG. Numerous videos surfaced on social media capturing loud boos when Trump’s face appeared on the big screen.
Fox News also shared a video on Instagram showing some basketball fans chanting «USA!» when Trump’s face was displayed on the screen
Trump’s attendance at this significant event sparked controversy in New York. Some fans criticized the politician, particularly because the heightened security added extra stress for the spectators. However, others expressed their support for Trump.
Here’s what happened during the third game of the NBA Finals.
In addition to Trump, other celebrities were also present at the game, including Tina Fey, Ben Stiller, Spike Lee, and superfan Timothée Chalamet.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams also attended the game but did not sit next to Trump. He purchased a standing-room ticket for about $ 1,000 instead of taking a seated one.
When asked about a possible meeting with Trump at the game, the 34-year-old Adams told reporters, «I bought my tickets for almost $ 1,000. And I will be standing throughout the game… As for the president, I have no planned meeting with him; however, I am sure our conversations will continue about how to serve this city».
Ticket prices for the third game at Madison Square Garden were extremely high, ranging from $ 3,000 to $ 20,000.
According to videos circulating on social media, it seems that the Republican president may have dozed off several times during the Spurs vs. Knicks game. Trump’s eyes noticeably drooped when cameras showed him again, but it is unclear if he was actually asleep.
Yes, Trump received both applause and boos from basketball fans at MSG. Numerous videos surfaced on social media capturing loud boos when Trump’s face appeared on the big screen.
Fox News also shared a video on Instagram showing some basketball fans chanting «USA!» when Trump’s face was displayed on the screen
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