NBA stars only look like they have a regular height when they are surrounded by fellow NBA players. One comparison between them and an average human being, you might as well be looking at a fan standing next to the Eiffel Tower, metaphorically of course. Nevertheless, no matter how many times you see professional basketball stars up close, their incredible height always manages to surprise you. Therefore, when Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid was seen standing next to 5’2″ comedian Kevin Hart, the internet went wild.
Both Embiid and Hart had gone to watch the NFC Championship game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the San Francisco 49ers, held at the Lincoln Financial Field. Whereas, the Kansas City Chiefs played against the Cincinnati Bengals later the same day at Arrowhead Stadium. After defeating their respecting opponents, the Eagles and the Chiefs are all set to face each other in the Super Bowl on February 12.
NBA fans react to Joel Embiid and Kevin Hart’s height difference
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NFL fans present at the Eagles vs 49ers game witnessed NBA superstar Joel Embiid towering over his companion Kevin Hart, who he ran into at the stadium. The seven-foot Sixers center seemingly looked like a guardian accompanying his ward to watch the game when both celebrities stood next to each other.?A picture showcasing their height difference instantly went viral on social media.
.@JoelEmbiid didn't have to do @KevinHart4real like this 🤣
(via @BrelandFOX29) pic.twitter.com/KHJN3NnB2l
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) January 30, 2023
The image was then shared by the 5x NBA All-Star himself on his Instagram handle. What further cracked up NBA fans was Embiid’s caption that read, “Father and Son watching a Super Bowl berth LOL.”
Evidently, NBA Twitter found it rather hilarious with many taking the ‘dad-son’ jokes even further.
Below are some more reactions from fans:
Looks like a father son duo going to their first football game
— Adz🇺🇦 (@Adz_520) January 29, 2023
The height difference between @JoelEmbiid and @KevinHart4real is incredible 😂 pic.twitter.com/E9K7gZFEfi
— Breland Moore (@BrelandFOX29) January 29, 2023
Do we have a sequel in the making? Twins???
— John Kruk (@JohnKruk) January 29, 2023
Looks like “bring your kids to an Eagles game”
— SEVERIANO (@SeverianoCG) January 29, 2023
Yo all I see is Joel till u mentioning Kev 😂😂😂😂😂
— Hilmi (@babahama09) January 29, 2023
Awww, Embiid brought his son! Did you see this @TheRock?
— The Next Bar Stool (@thenextbarstool) January 30, 2023
Joel Embiid with his son Arthur at the game today
— Andrew JM (@AndyAJtohiswife) January 29, 2023
I can’t wait for Arthur to be Kevin’s height at 5 years old 😂
— Sam Stafford (Wilson) (@SamStafff) January 29, 2023
Take your kid to work day 😂
— BK (@Brklynz_Own) January 29, 2023
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The Eagles beat the 49ers
The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the San Francisco 49ers 31-7 to book their spot in the Super Bowl. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts put up a splendid performance, completing 15 of 25 passes for 121 yards. Teammate Hasson Reddicks registered three sacks and five tackles, limiting the opponents’ offense to no more than 164 yards.
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After the game concluded, the Eagles celebrated their victory with Hurts singing the team’s song, ‘Fly, Eagles Fly’ accompanied by fans.
Who do you think will win next mont, the Eagles or the Chiefs? Let us know in the comments below.