Spurs coach Mitch Johnson contradicts how his star feels about Trump's presence before Game 3

Massive security preparations are underway for NBA Finals Game 3 in New York City due to Donald Trump's planned attendance. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized Trump's visit. The NYPD and Secret Service have implemented a "frozen zone" around Madison Square Garden, leading to fan advisories and a no-bag policy. Former FBI agent James Gagliano discusses these heightened security measures following a recent Penn Station stabbing.

The heightened security and anticipation for President Donald Trump attending Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night at Madison Square Garden didn’t please at least one of the San Antonio Spurs stars.

De’Aaron Fox said Trump, who became the first sitting president in history to attend an NBA Finals game after entering MSG 40 minutes prior to tip-off, was "inconvenient on everybody else." But his head coach, Mitch Johnson, had a contradicting statement about the situation.

"No, I have not felt any inconvenience or – we’ve got a big game tonight," Johnson responded during a pre-game presser conference, "and trying to continue to find a way to play closer to our standard and our identity than we had in the first two games.

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San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Mitch Johnson watches the game from the sidelines against the Detroit Pistons during the first half at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich., on March 25, 2025. (David Reginek-Imagn Images)

"There’s a lot going on, and I’d much rather be a part of it than not."

The enhanced security protocols, which included Secret Service, TSA and more joining the NYPD, shook up midtown Manhattan around MSG on Monday. A security wall was placed around the arena, while those fans lucky enough to