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“This is Why The Knicks Lost” “Patted Him Four Times?” – NBA Fans React to Female Ref Grabbing Jalen Brunson in Awkward Moment

The New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers were scheduled to play one of the two Group C East games and didn't disappoint, delivering a close contest.

By Arian Kashyap · Sportskeeda

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 8:00 AM

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NBA fans reacted online to an awkward clip of a referee grabbing Jalen Brunson after he lost balance.
The incident occurred during an NBA Cup matchup between the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks with a final score of 98-93.

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NBA fans reacted online after an awkward physical interaction between New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson and a referee went viral. Brunson lost his balance on a layup attempt and fell toward the official, whose arms appeared to slide downward as she tried to catch him.

Fans shared humorous responses to the clip on social media following the game. On the court, the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Knicks 98-93 in the NBA Cup matchup despite Brunson's 24-point performance.

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