American lawyer and sports executive, NBA commissioner since 2014
The Knicks have reached the NBA Finals after a 105-95 win over the Spurs, driving a citywide surge in premium Knicks merchandise and vintage gear as celebrities and executives attend the games.
President Donald Trump is attending Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. Security around Madison Square Garden is heightened, with a no-bag policy and TSA-style screening. Fans are urged to arrive early as authorities coordinate a large safety perimeter around the venue.
President Donald Trump has attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, triggering heavy Secret Service security, street closures, a no-bag policy and the cancellation of an outdoor watch party. The Knicks are 2-0 in the series and ticket resale prices have surged into the thousands, locking many fans out of the arena.
President Donald Trump has walked out of an interview with NBC’s Kristen Welker, after she questions his claims that the 2020 election and a California vote were rigged. Welker traveled to Wisconsin for the sit-down; the exchange turned contentious as Trump calls the press crooked and ends the interview, saying he has had enough.
The Knicks have clinched the NBA title, sparking celebrations across New York. Security around Madison Square Garden has intensified due to a presidential attendance, with perimeter controls and TSA-style screenings. Parades and watch parties are planned with limited outdoor viewing options.
Police confront massed crowds outside Madison Square Garden after a Knicks-Spurs game, with hundreds of officers deployed. The night features brawls in Bryant Park, property damage, and high-profile attendance including President Trump, Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama, and celebrities.
The 19-year-old BYU forward AJ Dybantsa has been selected No. 1 by the Washington Wizards in this year’s NBA draft, after leading NCAA Division I in scoring as a freshman with 25.5 PPG. Kansas guard Darryn Peterson goes No. 2 to Utah, while Duke’s Cameron Boozer is picked No. 3 by Memphis. The Jazz and Wizards assemble a young, high-scoring class.
Athletes from tennis to football are expanding into business ventures after retirement. Maria Sharapova and Rafael Nadal are building portfolios in health, hospitality and education, underscoring a trend of athletes leveraging fame into long-term ventures. Nadal's Zel Hotels and Sharapova's Sugarpova highlight a shift toward diversified brands.
The NBA is investigating potential salary-cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard, Aspiration, and the Los Angeles Clippers. The inquiry has paused a planned return to Toronto and a Raptors trade, with findings due this summer.
The White House has issued an executive order directing sidewalk signs around the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History to warn visitors about alleged inaccuracies in the museum’s portrayal of American history and to point to sources for a corrected narrative. Smithsonian leadership defends its scholarship and fullness of America’s story as Republicans press for hearings and potential changes on Capitol Hill.
Caitlin Clark has confronted a referee over disputed calls during Indiana Fever’s 88-75 loss to the Golden State Valkyries. She has cited a leg contusion and a pattern of officiating disputes, prompting scrutiny of officiating and Clark’s on-court conduct.
The Guardian reports Eden defends British manufacturing amid criticism of Burnham’s wardrobe. The narrative centers on domestic production, national pride, and the PM’s use of locally made clothing to promote trade. The piece highlights Eden’s mill in Manchester and the cost of high-quality, UK-made garments.