Trump draws much different reaction at NBA Finals than he did at CFP national title game
President Donald Trump received a mixed reaction from the sold-out Madison Square Garden crowd during the national anthem at NBA Finals Game 3 on Monday.
TL;DR
- Donald Trump received a mixed reaction, with boos being more prominent than cheers, when shown on the Madison Square Garden jumbotron during the national anthem at NBA Finals Game 3.
- This reception in New York differed significantly from the enthusiastic cheers Trump received when shown on the jumbotron at the College Football National Championship in Florida.
- Trump's attendance at the NBA Finals prompted substantial security measures, including street closures and the cancellation of watch parties in the vicinity of the arena.
- MSG pushed back on the NYPD's reasoning for canceling watch parties, stating that city officials, not Trump's presence, were responsible for the permit denial.