Knicks' long-awaited NBA run electrifies NYC, with Trump set to attend key game
The Knicks' stunning winning streak has energised the city as the New York basketball team prepares for the third game of the finals series at its home arena.
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Notable Quotes
"I can't say I've ever seen anything like this before because in 1999 I was 4 years old. I'm just trying to soak it all in."
— Sol , Other
"We're drinking, we're partying, it's just nonstop."
— Bryan Placios , Other
"It's a magical moment."
— Nick Thomas , Other
"I've been a Knicks fan all my life, I've been waiting for this all my life."
— Mike Dallas , Other
"I think we’re going to do really well tomorrow."
— Evette , Politician
"The answer is yes — he’s invited me, I’m going."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Maybe I’ll do both."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I missed the middle because I talk to generals all night long now, but I watched that end of the game and they were dominant."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I say, how do you guard this guy? He’s 7-foot-5 and he’s got a great shot, right? But they find a way to do it."
— Donald Trump , Politician
Key People
A pharmacy technician and Knicks fan.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Interior Secretary involved in the approval process of clean energy projects.
A political candidate running for governor in South Carolina.
James Dolan is the owner of the New York Knicks.
Josh Hart is a guard for the New York Knicks.
Donald Trump's granddaughter.
Karl-Anthony Towns is a center for the New York Knicks.
EPA Administrator under Donald Trump.
Mikal Bridges is a guard for the San Antonio Spurs.
A content creator running Knicks fan accounts.
A superfan whose parents met at a Knicks game.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation under Donald Trump.
A resident of New York City expressing excitement for the Knicks.
French basketball player for the San Antonio Spurs.
Mayor of New York City.
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The Knicks' stunning winning streak has energised the city as the New York basketball team prepares for the third game of the finals series at its home arena.
President Trump's attendance at Game 3 of the NBA Finals led to heightened security measures in midtown Manhattan, including street closures and the cancellation of a planned watch party at Madison Square Garden.
President Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, marking the first Finals game in New York since 1999, with major security escalations due to his presence.
President Donald Trump announced plans to attend at least one NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden next week to support his hometown team, the New York Knicks, at the invitation of team owner James Dolan.
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