Donald Trump booed at NBA Finals Game 3 in New York's Madison Square Garden

Donald Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden in New York, becoming the first sitting U.S. president to appear at an NBA Finals game. Security was tightened, with extensive police and Secret Service presence, and the arena imposed airport‑style checks for fans. During the national‑anthem broadcast, a large portion of the crowd booed Trump, a reaction captured on video.

Trump, accompanied by his granddaughter Kai and other officials, arrived by helicopter and was seated in a premium suite. While watching the game, he was reported to have fallen asleep, and later announced he would skip Game 4, citing other commitments, though he left open the possibility of attending later if the Knicks were in a position to win the title.

Mexican tax‑administration official Héctor Contreras, director general of the SAT in Quintana Roo, was also photographed in a VIP seat directly below Trump. The ticket for his seat reportedly cost between $11,000 and $15,000, sparking criticism in Mexico over the use of public funds for such an expensive event.