Stephen A Smith begs Trump not to attend NBA Finals Game 3 at MSG: "I don't want him there"

Jun 5, 2026 · 9:10 PM UTC ·6 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 34 views

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Stephen A. Smith has expressed his desire for President Donald Trump not to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. He stated that his objection is not political but rather concerns the potential disruption Trump could bring to the event. The Knicks are set to host the Finals for the first time in 27 years, and tensions are high as they lead the series against the Spurs.

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▪Stephen A. Smith publicly stated he does not want President Trump at the NBA Finals Game 3.
▪Smith emphasized that his concerns are about potential disruption, not politics.
▪The Knicks are in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 and currently lead the series 1-0.

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▪ Stephen A. Smith begs Donald Trump to not show up for NBA Finals at MSG: ‘Stay at the White House’ — New York Post

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OutKick-Sports Stephen A Smith begs Trump not to attend NBA Finals Game 3 at MSG: "I don't want him there" NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says he's 'thrilled' the president wants to participate in the Knicks' enthusiasm By Bobby Burack OutKick Published June 5, 2026 5:10pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fever Reporter Scott Agness SPEAKS After Team Revokes His Credentials Over Caitlin Clark Reporting | Don't @ Me w/ Dan Dakich In this exclusive interview, veteran Indianapolis reporter Scott Agness joins Dan Dakich to break his silence on the Indiana Fever’s shocking decision to ban him over his explosive Caitlin Clark reporting. Stephen A.

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