New Yorkers Blame Knicks Game 3 Loss on the "Trump Curse", His MSG Appearance

The Knicks endured a perplexing setback in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, losing to the San Antonio Spurs while still holding an overall series lead. After winning two straight games in Texas, New York had extended its playoff run to 13 consecutive victories, and the performance of Towns and Brunson drew praise for their late-game resilience. Towns pressed Wembanyama on both ends, while Brunson reasserted himself as a closing option with a determined late burst. Despite the defeat, New York remains ahead in the series, now at 2-1, keeping momentum in the championship matchup. Back home, fans linked the loss to the visiting president’s appearance the night before Madison Square Garden, fueling online chatter about a Trump Curse. The event triggered security measures, including a canceled outside watch party, earlier arrivals, and stricter bag rules, as fans shouted during the national anthem and social posts framed politics as a distraction from basketball.