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Trump to attend NBA Finals, first sitting president to do so

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Donald Trump is set to become the first sitting U.S. president to attend an NBA Finals game when he watches the New York Knicks play the San Antonio Spurs. Trump, a longtime Knicks fan, was invited by team owner James Dolan to Game 3 at Madison Square Garden. Despite his political unpopularity in New York City, some local figures are welcoming his presence, while others express concern that the associated fanfare could disrupt the Knicks' winning momentum. AI

RANK_REASON This is a significant event as it marks the first time a sitting U.S. president will attend an NBA Finals game. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Michael R. Sisak, The Associated Press ·

    Trump will be the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game. But New Yorkers love the Knicks more than they love him

    Trump is making a rare trip back to New York City as president to cheer for them in Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night.

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