'Nicks fan' Trump to attend Game 3 of the Finals... New York streets locked down with security personnel and barbed wire upon news of presidential attendance

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As U.S. President Donald Trump (80) prepares to personally attend the NBA Finals, various streets in New York are expected to be under strict control.

The New York Post reported on the 9th (Korean time) that "President Trump is expected to attend Game 3 of the 2025–2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, held at Madison Square Garden in New York today. In anticipation, the New York Police Department and the U.S. Secret Service have announced their security plans."

The media explained that "certain road sections will be completely closed to entry and exit. Furthermore, strict rules will apply to anyone entering security zones established by federal and local authorities."

According to reports, starting from the afternoon of the game day, not only vehicles but also general pedestrian traffic will be restricted in the downtown area around Madison Square Garden. Access to the area will be limited to authorized personnel, including fans holding tickets for Game 3 of the Finals, passengers using nearby major train stations, and workers employed in the vicinity.

Entry regulations for the stadium have also been significantly strengthened. Fans attending Game 3 of the Finals will not be allowed to bring any bags intended for storing items such as backpacks, handbags, or purses into the stadium. Previously, the New York Police Department and the U.S. Secret Service warned that there would be no separate storage facilities for spectators who bring bags.

All spectators must pass through metal detector screenings before entering the stadium. Additionally, to ensure smooth entry, attendees are advised to arrive at least two hours before the game begins.

However, workers conducting business around Madison Square Garden and passengers using nearby train stations are permitted to carry bags.

President Trump is known as a long-time supporter of the Knicks. New York has reached the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, 27 years later, and after securing both Games 1 and 2 in San Antonio, they are one step closer to the championship. President Trump will personally visit Madison Square Garden to watch New York's match, which aims to claim the title for the first time since 1973.

However, news of President Trump's personal attendance has led to a heightened security presence throughout the streets of New York. Even group cheering events outside the stadium were canceled for security reasons.

ABC7 New York reported that "the New York Police Department canceled a group viewing event for the NBA Finals that was scheduled to take place near Madison Square Garden. Additionally, the Knicks organization has advised fans to arrive at least two hours before the game starts." The report added, "President Trump is a long-time Knicks fan and is scheduled to attend the NBA Finals game held in New York for the first time since 1999."

The media further stated that "one of the consequences of President Trump's visit is the cancellation of the group viewing event for Game 3, which was planned to be held outside Madison Square Garden." It added, "The New York Police Department announced that this decision was made after consultations with the U.S. Secret Service."

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