United States President Donald Trump was met with loud boos from sections of the crowd when his image appeared on the stadium screens during the national anthem ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks, according to a video shared by Al Jazeera.
The reaction from spectators adds to a series of recent public controversies involving the former president, who has continued to face criticism over repeated claims of election fraud and his comments regarding the January 6 Capitol riot.
The incident came shortly after Trump ended an interview with NBC’s Meet the Press following a tense exchange with journalist Kristen Welker.
During the interview, recorded in Wisconsin and aired on Sunday, Trump repeatedly insisted that the 2020 election was rigged, despite no supporting evidence and multiple court rulings and official reviews rejecting the claim.
He also alleged without proof that California’s election process was fraudulent, prompting Welker to clarify that ballot counting procedures in the state follow established and standard timelines.
As the discussion intensified, Trump directed sharp criticism at the journalist and the network, accusing them of bias, while Welker continued to challenge his claims and request evidence.
The interview was eventually cut short when Trump chose to end the conversation, stating he had “had enough” and removing his microphone.
The recent reaction at the NBA Finals highlights the ongoing political polarization surrounding Trump, with his public appearances continuing to attract strong responses from both supporters and critics.
