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