Kayleigh McEnany from Fox News reports that President Donald Trump plans to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals in New York City. Trump, who has long supported the Knicks, received an invitation from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. Silver expressed enthusiasm for Trump’s attendance, highlighting their shared interests. The report mentions Trump’s frequent presence at major sporting events during his presidency and his upcoming plans to host a UFC fight at the White House on June 14.
In related sports news, discussions continue about the potential implementation of a salary cap in Major League Baseball (MLB). President Trump weighed in on this debate, expressing strong support for a salary cap. During an interview with Dan Zaksheske of OutKick aboard Air Force One, Trump stated, “If you don’t have a salary cap, you don’t have a sport.” He noted that all other major North American sports leagues, including the NFL, NHL, and NBA, already have salary caps.
Trump criticized MLB for not implementing a cap earlier. “They should’ve done it a long time ago,” he remarked, drawing on his extensive knowledge of sports. He also likened efforts to regulate Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) contracts to a form of salary cap, addressing the financial losses major schools face.
The MLB and its Players Association (MLBPA) are beginning talks on a new collective bargaining agreement. A salary cap proposal surfaced this week, suggesting a cap of $245.3 million for the year 2027. The Dodgers led with the highest Opening Day payroll at $415.2 million, while the Marlins had the lowest at $81.8 million.
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