President Donald Trump brought an unexpected star to Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night—and it wasn't a player. His assistant, Margo Martin, became the talk of the internet after a courtside photo from Madison Square Garden racked up nearly 10,000 likes on Instagram.
Trump, 79, attended the matchup between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs with his 19-year-old granddaughter, Kai Trump, and Martin. The Knicks held a 2-0 series lead, but the Spurs stole Game 3, cutting the deficit to 2-1. Yet the real buzz centered on Martin, who posed in a white shirt, black pants, a black sweater, and a bright orange Knicks-themed handbag.
Fans flooded the comments with praise. “Margo is the full deal,” one wrote. Another gushed, “Love, love!!!! I’m also loving that pop of orange 😍.” The bag itself became a focal point: “Orange bag is everything,” a fan shared. Martin’s photo even sparked playful observations like, “Yes the finals logo is to the left in frame 🙌🔥.”
The viral moment adds to the spectacle of a series already drawing record attention. Game 3 smashed a 28-year ratings record with 23.8 million viewers, and the drama off the court has been just as compelling.
Meanwhile, the Spurs are gearing up for Game 4, aiming to even the series. Victor Wembanyama arrived at MSG in style, and the team will look to him to deliver another big performance. Tipoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
President Trump isn't expected to attend Game 4, but other high-profile names are. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are slated to sit courtside, continuing their NBA Finals appearances after being spotted in Cleveland earlier in the series.
Martin's sudden fame echoes other off-court moments that have captivated fans during these playoffs. Mallory Edens, daughter of the Bucks owner, also made waves with a stunning photo, showing that the NBA Finals buzz extends beyond the hardwood.
As the series shifts back to San Antonio for Game 5, all eyes will be on Wembanyama and the Spurs' quest to tie things up. But for now, Margo Martin has claimed her own slice of Finals fame, one Instagram post at a time.
