Was Trump Sleeping at the NBA Finals Game Between the Knicks & the Spurs?

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When asked about a potential meeting with Trump at the game, Mamdani, 34, told reporters, “I bought my tickets for nearly $1,000. And I’ll be standing for the duration of the game. … When it comes to the president, I don’t have any scheduled meeting with the president; however, I’m sure that our conversations will continue on how to serve this city.”

Seats for game 3 at Madison Square Garden demanded exorbitant costs, with prices ranging from $3,000 up to even $20,000.

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Did Trump Really Fall Asleep at the Knicks vs. Spurs Game?

According to videos circulating on social media, it appeared that the Republican president may have dozed off a few times during the Spurs vs. Knicks game. Trump’s eyes were noticeably drooping as the cameras cut back to him, but it’s unclear if he was actually asleep.

Was Trump Actually Booed at the Knicks vs. Spurs NBA Finals Game?

Yes. Trump received some cheers and some boos from basketball fans at MSG. Multiple videos have circulated on social media, showing loud boos from the crowd when Trump’s face appeared on the Jumbotron.

Fox News also shared an Instagram video in which some basketball fans chanted, “USA!” while Trump’s face was shown on screen.