Edie Falco Criticizes Joel Embiid for Physical Play Against Knicks' Jalen Brunson

The Sopranos star and Knicks fan called Embiid 'mean' for an elbowing incident during last season's playoffs, while Brunson expressed respect for the 76ers center.

• Edie Falco, a devoted New York Knicks fan, criticized Joel Embiid on a podcast for elbowing Jalen Brunson during Game 4 of last season's playoff series.
• Falco described Embiid as 'mean' and admitted she still holds a grudge over the uncalled foul that frustrated Knicks fans.
• Jalen Brunson, however, has moved past the incident, emphasizing mutual respect and camaraderie with Embiid despite their on-court rivalry.
• The Knicks ultimately defeated the 76ers in the first-round playoff series, but the play remains a sore point for Falco and other Knicks supporters.
• Fans are marking February 26 on their calendars as the next Sixers-Knicks game at Madison Square Garden, where tensions could reignite.

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