May 21, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) and guard Josh Hart (3) react in the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers during game one of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
NBA Fans had a field day after Josh Hart delivered an honest compliment that instantly turned into a meme. Following the Knicks’ win over the Magic, Hart praised Jalen Brunson in a post-game interview, choosing a phrase that social media was never going to let slide.
@BleacherReport posted the clip with the caption, “’Inch for inch he’s the best’ Josh Hart said Jalen Brunson is the best scorer, factoring in that he’s ‘barely 6ft’ and ‘not physically impressive’ [laughing emoji].”
May 21, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) and guard Josh Hart (3) react in the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers during game one of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images. NBA Fans
“Inch for inch he’s the best”
Josh Hart said Jalen Brunson is the best scorer, factoring in that he’s “barely 6ft” and “not physically impressive” 🤣
The words were meant to highlight efficiency and skill, but NBA Fans heard something else entirely.
Within minutes, the jokes started rolling in. @xpugHODL replied, “Inch for inch, you say?” paired with a smirking Ron Swanson GIF.
NBA Fans leaned hard into the double meaning, turning a genuine basketball compliment into a full-blown internet moment.
The camera angle only made it better. @DeyLuvHuggy shared a freeze-frame from the interview, writing, “Brunson wasn’t feeling it [crying emoji].”
Brunson’s expression said everything, somewhere between unimpressed and ready to move on.
What made the moment stick was how casual it felt. Hart wasn’t trying to be funny. He was trying to explain why Brunson keeps producing despite size limits. NBA Fans picked up on that contrast immediately. Praise delivered with zero filter often lands the hardest online.
The timing also helped. The interview came after a strong team performance, so NBA Fans were already locked in. Instead of breaking down plays or stats, the conversation shifted to wording, reactions, and Brunson’s quiet side-eye.
This clip shows how fast narratives change. One phrase becomes a punchline, and suddenly NBA Fans are replaying the same five seconds from every angle. It isn’t just about the words, but about how quickly fans turn them into culture.
NBA Fans Celebrate As Knicks Punch Finals Ticket With Win Over Magic
NBA Fans were riding high after the Knicks took down the Magic 132–120 on December 13, 2025, securing a spot in the finals against the Spurs. The mood was loud, confident, and full of belief.
Nov 22, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane (3) drives to the basket past New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) and guard Josh Hart (3) in the fourth quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images. NBA Fans
The official @nyknicks account posted a game poster with the caption, “GO NEW YORK GO NEW YORK GO,” and NBA Fans wasted no time flooding the replies.
The win felt controlled, not fluky, which only added to the confidence.
@knickswintrack summed up the energy with, “Idc about being the 2 seed, Knicks run the Eastern Conference.”
That line spread quickly, with NBA Fans agreeing that standings mattered less than momentum at this stage.
Another emotional reaction came from @Berliner4Marc, who wrote, “Going to the finals behind our fearless leader…great game, Cap and all our Knicks.. let’s finish it !!”
The post came with a GIF of Brunson holding his head in disbelief, a moment that captured how far the team has come.
NBA Fans focused heavily on leadership. Brunson’s calm control stood out, especially late, and many pointed back to the post-game interview from earlier. The jokes were still there, but so was respect.
This win shifted the tone. NBA Fans stopped talking about potential and started talking about results. Beating Orlando by double digits in a big moment sent a clear message.
Nov 22, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) and guard Josh Hart (3) react after a play against the Orlando Magic in the second quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images. NBA Fans
Now the finals await, and NBA Fans are fully invested. The jokes, the chants, and the confidence are all part of the ride. For New York, this moment feels earned, and NBA Fans are ready to see how far it goes.
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