ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania said he was momentarily stopped by U.S. Secret Service agents outside Madison Square Garden on Monday, June 8, 2026.
Charania disclosed the incident shortly after it happened, explaining that agents approached him near the arena’s entrance and held him for a few minutes before allowing him to proceed. He did not provide details on why he was stopped, and no further complications were reported.
The Secret Service has not commented on the encounter. Madison Square Garden representatives also declined to address the matter.
Charania continued with his scheduled coverage after the brief delay.
Source: New York Post
