NBA Finals Game 3: Wembanyama's Head Push Sparks Controversy; Trump Criticizes Referees, Supports Knicks
In Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Spurs star Victor Wembanyama pushed Knicks' Jalen Brunson's head without a foul call, sparking fan outrage. President Trump, who attended the game, later criticized the call as 'very bad' and said the teams are evenly matched.
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(Central News Agency, Washington, 10th, Comprehensive Foreign Reports) In Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Spurs star Victor Wembanyama forcefully pushed Knicks star Jalen Brunson's head, but the referees did not call a foul at the time, sparking fan dissatisfaction. U.S. President Donald Trump told the New York Post today that the referees' 'call was very bad.'
The NBA Finals Game 3 was held on the 8th local time. Trump attended the game at the Knicks' home court, Madison Square Garden, in his hometown of New York City, becoming the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game. He watched as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Knicks 115-111.
One of the most memorable moments of the game was when Jalen Brunson attempted to set a screen for a teammate, and Victor Wembanyama forcefully pushed his head.
At the time, the NBA referees did not call a foul. Later, league executives admitted to the missed call but did not issue any additional penalty, such as upgrading Wembanyama's action to a flagrant foul.
In a phone interview with the New York Post, Trump stated, 'Personally, I think it was a very bad call. Absolutely a very bad call, but I'm not a referee.'
This is the first time the Knicks have reached the Finals since 1999, and they are about to face the Spurs in Game 4 of the Finals. Before entering politics, Trump was a frequent presence in the celebrity seats at Madison Square Garden.
Before Game 4, Trump said, 'You see, they are actually evenly matched, right? Both are very strong teams. I have to say, Jalen Brunson is an excellent player.'
He also added, 'If you grow up in New York, you're a Knicks fan.' (Editor: Chen Zhengjian) 1150611
The NBA Finals Game 3 was held on the 8th local time. Trump attended the game at the Knicks' home court, Madison Square Garden, in his hometown of New York City, becoming the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game. He watched as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Knicks 115-111.
One of the most memorable moments of the game was when Jalen Brunson attempted to set a screen for a teammate, and Victor Wembanyama forcefully pushed his head.
At the time, the NBA referees did not call a foul. Later, league executives admitted to the missed call but did not issue any additional penalty, such as upgrading Wembanyama's action to a flagrant foul.
In a phone interview with the New York Post, Trump stated, 'Personally, I think it was a very bad call. Absolutely a very bad call, but I'm not a referee.'
This is the first time the Knicks have reached the Finals since 1999, and they are about to face the Spurs in Game 4 of the Finals. Before entering politics, Trump was a frequent presence in the celebrity seats at Madison Square Garden.
Before Game 4, Trump said, 'You see, they are actually evenly matched, right? Both are very strong teams. I have to say, Jalen Brunson is an excellent player.'
He also added, 'If you grow up in New York, you're a Knicks fan.' (Editor: Chen Zhengjian) 1150611
FAQ
What is the core of this news?
A controversial play by Wembanyama in Game 3 of the NBA Finals and President Trump's criticism of the referees.
Why did President Trump attend this game?
He is a Knicks fan from New York and it was the first NBA Finals game attended by a sitting president.
How did the NBA respond to the call?
League executives admitted the missed call but did not issue any additional penalty.