Former NBA Star J.R. Smith Gets Knocked to the Ground by Raging Knicks Fans After Playoff Win
By Natasha Dye
Published on May 5, 2026.
Former NBA star J.R. Smith was hit by angry Knicks fans after their team's playoff win on May 4. The raucous celebration was caught up to the public, with Smith being pushed to the ground and onto other fans. The incident occurred during the game at Madison Square Garden, which saw the Knicks dominate the Philadelphia 76ers in a 137-98 win. Some fans suggested that Smith should be careful to avoid injury as he prepares to graduate from North Carolina AT&T University.
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