New York shifted Knicks watch-party plans away from Madison Square Garden after security concerns tied to President Trump’s attendance at Game 3. The move highlights how the Finals atmosphere collided with public-safety planning in Midtown.
The NYPD is keeping a security perimeter around Madison Square Garden for Game 4 of the NBA Finals, even after the Game 3 restrictions that sparked a public clash between the city and MSG Sports.
New York leads the NBA Finals 2-1 after three games split across two arenas, and Game 4 at Madison Square Garden could decide whether the Knicks stay in control or the Spurs even the series.
President Donald Trump says he will attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, a first for a sitting U.S. president and a visit that will reshape security and arrival plans for ticket holders.