Secret Service implements strict bag ban for NBA Finals Game 3 at MSG
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The New York Knicks are headed back to Madison Square Garden with a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals after another win over the San Antonio Spurs.
NEW YORK - Madison Square Garden and the United States Secret Service are implementing a sweeping security overhaul for Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night.
The heightened protocols, detailed in an official graphic shared on the New York Knicks X account, come as President Donald Trump plans to watch his hometown team face off against the San Antonio Spurs.
What we know:
According to reports from The Associated Press, Trump accepted an invitation from Knicks owner James Dolan, making him what the NBA believes to be the first sitting U.S. president to ever attend an NBA Finals game in person.
According to the team's advisory, a strict "no-bag" policy will be in effect, and attendees are being ordered to limit their personal items to an absolute minimum.
Arena management additionally noted that there will be absolutely no storage available at the venue for any prohibited items.
The Secret Service and venue staff are strongly encouraging guests to arrive at least two hours before tip-off to allow for extensive entry delays. Ticketholders will be subjected to enhanced, TSA-style screening procedures upon arrival, as well.
The Knicks currently hold a 2-0 lead in the championship series after securing two close victories over the Spurs in San Antonio.
What you can do:
Ticket holders are being directed to review the complete list of prohibited items on the Secret Service's website before arriving at the arena.
The Source: Information from X and The Associated Press.