Miles McBride and Jennifer Hudson Make Amends After Viral Knicks Incident
Knicks Drama Turns to Courtside Kindness as the NBA Star and EGOT Winner Reconnect
It's official, folks: the drama is over! NBA rising star Miles McBride and award-winning icon Jennifer Hudson have reportedly squashed the tension following their much-buzzed-about courtside clash during a recent New York Knicks game that had social media talking. And yes — it was all caught on camera.
ICYMI, things got awkward last week at Madison Square Garden when McBride, the beloved Knicks point guard, seemed to brush past Hudson as she waved to fans from her courtside seat. The exchange — or lack thereof — immediately went viral, with users divided. Was it a snub? A misunderstanding? Something more?
Well, now the truth is out: it was all a miscommunication, and love (or at least mutual respect) is back in the air.
According to sources close to both stars, the incident was just “a mix-up in the moment.” Jennifer, 42, who's currently juggling her hit daytime talk show and studio time for her new album, was simply showing support as a longtime fan of the Knicks — and of young talent like McBride.
Miles “Deuce” McBride, only 23 but already making serious waves in the NBA, had just wrapped a high-intensity play when the moment happened. Focused and fired up, he didn’t even notice the singer-actress extending her hand as he jogged off the court.
But don’t worry — both camps acted fast to clear the air.
"Jennifer reached out privately and expressed there were no hard feelings," a rep for McBride exclusively told E! News. "Miles was genuinely sorry for any misunderstanding. He’s a huge fan of hers."
And Jennifer? Class act as always. "She thought it was funny that the internet turned the moment into a meme," says a source close to the Dreamgirls star. "She respects Miles as an athlete and appreciated him taking the time to connect."
The real tea? They didn’t stop at a phone call.
Insiders say the duo met up after the Knicks’ recent win against the Miami Heat and shared a lighthearted moment backstage at MSG. There's even buzz that Hudson may be invited back for a future game — this time as an honored guest.
The Knicks themselves even chimed in with a cheeky tweet: “Only love at The Garden 💙🧡,” alongside a Courtside Cam snap of Hudson flashing a peace sign.
Fans were thrilled to hear the drama had a happy ending. Twitter (er, X) lit up with hashtags like #McBrideAndHudson and #MSGLoveFest trending just hours after the news broke.
“Now that’s what I call courtside diplomacy,” one user wrote. Another added, “Two icons, one misunderstanding, and the classiest comeback. We stan.”
For those keeping track, this is just the latest example of Jennifer Hudson staying gracefully unbothered and winning hearts everywhere she goes. With an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony on her resume — Jennifer is unshakable.
And McBride? He’s catching attention not just for his killer defensive plays and growing role on the Knicks roster, but now also for how he handles off-court moments like a seasoned pro.
So, what’s next for this unexpected duo? While there are no confirmed collaborations (yet!), fans are already dreaming up spicy scenarios — think Jennifer singing the national anthem while McBride leads the team to victory.
One thing’s for sure: in a world where celebrity spats often spiral out of control, it’s refreshing to see two stars keeping it real and turning a “gotcha” moment into a feel-good story. We love to see it!
Keep it locked right here for more updates on all your fave stars, NBA sis moments, and surprise celebrity mashups. And who knows — next Knicks game might just bring another courtside moment to remember. Stay tuned!
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