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Knicks Overcome 29-Point Deficit, Trump-Era Game Rituals

6/12/2026

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The Knicks erased a 29-point deficit to beat the Spurs in Game 4 at Madison Square Garden, taking a 3-1 lead.
After President Donald Trump's appearance, celebrities performed “vibe-cleansing” rituals, prompting Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to thank those who “blessed MSG” and Stephen A. Smith to call attendance selfish.
Arena security imposed a no-bag policy and closed streets, while Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor burned their game-day shirts after the loss.

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Story summary

The Knicks erased a 29-point deficit to beat the Spurs in Game 4 at Madison Square Garden, taking a 3-1 lead.
After President Donald Trump's appearance, celebrities performed “vibe-cleansing” rituals, prompting Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to thank those who “blessed MSG” and Stephen A. Smith to call attendance selfish.
Arena security imposed a no-bag policy and closed streets, while Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor burned their game-day shirts after the loss.