Josh Hart is getting NBA and WWE fans talking after making a playful comment about the crossover between basketball and wrestling. With the Eastern Conference Finals series between the Knicks and the Pacers just around the corner, Hart couldnt help but reference the memorable moment from 2024 when Knicks Jalen Brunson and Pacers Tyrese Haliburton faced off inside a WWE ring.
Hart didnt miss the opportunity to joke about the potential influx of NBA stars trying to make their mark in WWE this summer. WWE writes a great script. Theres gonna be a lot of guys thats going to be trying to get on WWE this summer, Hart quipped.
The remark didnt go unnoticed, as Triple H himself responded with a lighthearted jab, saying that his phone hasnt stopped ringing since last week. The crossover appeal between NBA athletes and WWE stars seems to be growing, with more players eyeing the wrestling ring as a platform to showcase their personalities.
Back in 2024, the confrontation between Brunson and Haliburton inside the WWE ring became an instant viral moment, blending the worlds of professional wrestling and basketball in a way that had fans buzzing. As the Knicks and Pacers prepare for their playoff battle, Harts comment has only fueled the idea that more NBA players might want to step into the ring.
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