Did Trump Fall Asleep At Nba Finals? Clips Spark Online Debate

In a video shared online, President Donald Trump appeared to close his eyes for several moments during Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden in New York, For the Win reported.

Trump attended the game from a suite at the arena after being met largely with boos from the crowd during the national anthem. Video clips shared on social media later showed him sitting with his eyes closed for a brief period during the game.

It is unclear from the footage whether Trump was asleep or simply resting his eyes. Neither the White House nor Trump has publicly responded to the allegations.

The clips nonetheless sparked discussion online among viewers.

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Claims follow congressional exchange over Trump sleep allegations

The claims come days after Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the president amid similar online speculation that he was sleeping during public appearances.

During a June 3 congressional hearing, Rubio told Rep. Ted Lieu, D-Calif., that he had never seen the president fall asleep in a meeting.

“Secretary Rubio, have you been at more than one meeting where President Trump has fallen asleep?” Lieu asked during the House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing.

“I’ve never seen him fall asleep,” Rubio said. “On the contrary, the guy doesn’t sleep, which is a big problem,” adding that Trump has called him in the early morning hours.

Lieu then displayed multiple video clips while questioning Rubio, alleging the president appeared to have his eyes closed during parts of significant discussions, including wartime matters.

"The president's inability to stay awake on the job has caused other countries to perceive him differently," Lieu said. "They mock him."

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When is Game 4 between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs?

Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. MT/7:30 p.m. CT, Wednesday, June 10.

The series returns to Madison Square Garden for a second straight game.

Will Trump attend Game 4 of the NBA Finals?

The White House has not announced whether Trump plans to attend Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

Who currently leads the series between the Knicks and Spurs?

New York leads the series 2-1 after San Antonio's Game 3 win.

When was the last time the Spurs won the NBA Finals?

The San Antonio Spurs last won the NBA Finals in 2014, when they defeated the Miami Heat in five games (4–1) to capture their fifth championship.

When was the last time the Knicks won the NBA Finals?

The New York Knicks last won the NBA Finals in 1973, when they defeated the Los Angeles Lakers in five games (4–1) to capture their second championship.

That 1973 team was led by players like Willis Reed, Walt Frazier and Earl Monroe.

This story was updated to include additional information.

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