Knicks watch parties will continue elsewhere in cityWhile New York City officials said they will not permit a Knicks watch party outside Madison Square Garden, fans can attend other events throughout the city.This includes watch parties in Bryant Park and Central Park.Katie Hawkinson8 June 2026 14:27Trump and Mamdani expected to attend NBA Finals gamePresident Donald Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani are expected to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals tonight at New York City’s Madison Square Garden.At a Tuesday morning press conference, officials outlined the heavy security measures for the highly anticipated face-off between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. “The NYPD, in coordination with the Secret Service, made the decision for Game 3, where we have a presidential visit, that we could not support watch parties right outside of the Garden,” NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said.Ticket holders should arrive two hours early and expect to go through a “TSA-style” security screening before entering the venue, officials said.Katie Hawkinson8 June 2026 14:23