What it takes to keep the area around ‘The World’s Most Famous Arena’ secure during the NBA Finals | CNN

Law enforcement officials in New York are employing their version of a full-court press off the basketball court this month, ramping up security with the NBA Finals coming to Madison Square Garden for the first time since 1999 and as President Donald Trump plans to attend a game. Extra deployments, additional monitoring of cameras, more intelligence sharing and even drone deployments are part of an aggressive, proactive approach in an elevated threat environment, officials say. Further measures, such as extra screening measures and road closures, are also expected as part of Trump’s anticipated attendance at Monday’s game as the New York Knicks host the San Antonio Spurs. An official watch party planned Monday outside the venue has been canceled due to the security requirements, officials said. Federal authorities said they are leaning on lessons from the past, such as partnerships forged with other law enforcement agencies after the September 11, 2001, attacks, to thwart any possible threats before they emerge. Last week, FBI Assistant Director in Charge of the New York Field Office James Barnacle told CNN there were no credible threats to New York City for any upcoming major

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