Game 3 of the NBA Finals is set to begin at 8:30 p.m. EST, as the New York Knicks aim to take a 3-0 lead over the San Antonio Spurs. It's a massive game, as it's a who's who of celebrities attending the contest. Even Donald Trump will be watching the game live. Hours before tip-off, head coach Mike Brown opened up about what it's like having the sitting U.S. President attending the game.
While talking with media members during his pregame press conference, Brown admitted he isn't even thinking about Trump right now. Instead, he's simply focused on playing Game 3 against the Spurs and doing his best to lead the Knicks to a possible win.
“I'm just locked in, man, on Game 3,” said Brown when asked about
"I'm just locked in, man, on Game 3."
Knicks head coach Mike Brown in his pregame presser on President Donald Trump's presence tonight at MSG.
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Donald Trump's presence at the NBA Finals has spiked security measures tenfold at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks informed fans going to the game to show up at the gates about two hours early to ensure they can get through the TSA-like security line before the game starts. Additionally, there will be no watch parties immediately outside of the arena, which has been a tradition for fans over the years when the Knicks make the playoffs.
While the arena will be packed with celebrities everywhere, the Knicks have to ensure the light doesn't get too bright in Game 3. With a 2-0 lead already entering Monday's contest, the club has a chance to take a commanding 3-0 lead. No team in league history has ever come back from that deficit.
Game 3 of the NBA Finals is set to begin at 8:30 p. m. EST, as the New York Knicks aim to take a 3-0 lead over the San Antonio Spurs. It's a massive game, as it's a who's who of celebrities attending the contest. Even Donald Trump will be watching the game live. Hours before tip-off, head coach Mike Brown opened up about what it's like having the sitting U.