In a surprising turn of events during the Christmas Day NBA game, comedian Kevin Hart, standing at 5ft 3in, found himself in an unexpected collision with 6ft 10in LA Lakers star Anthony Davis. The incident left Hart wincing as the towering basketball player landed on him, just three months after Hart suffered three spinal fractures in a severe car accident.
Hart, 40, who was seated in the front row at the game, was caught off guard when Davis fell backwards onto him while attempting a last-minute shot. The Lakers vs. Clippers game, which ended 106-111 in favor of the Clippers, saw Davis slipping and crashing into the front rows where Hart was enjoying the match.
Holding his phone, Hart tried to assist Davis in getting back on his feet, displaying both surprise and concern. Hart’s wife, Eniko, 35, found humor in the situation, bursting into laughter as Lakers’ LeBron James joined the scene, offering a supportive hug to his teammate. Davis, seemingly apologetic, quickly recovered from the mishap.
The incident was particularly striking given Hart’s recent recovery from a serious car crash in September. Hart was driving his 1970 Barracuda, a car he had purchased for his 40th birthday, with his wife’s personal trainer, Rebecca Broxterman, and her fiancé, Jared Black. The vehicle crashed into a tree on the Mulholland Highway, resulting in Hart sustaining three spinal fractures and requiring a ten-day hospital stay.
Law enforcement reported that none of the passengers were wearing seat belts at the time of the crash. Hart, found away from the scene, had to undergo spinal fusion surgery, a critical procedure for his recovery.
Wednesday’s game at the Staples Center attracted numerous celebrities. Actor Michael B. Jordan was seen enjoying the pre-game show with Rachel Nichols, Scottie Pippen, and Paul Pierce. LeBron James even gave Jordan a shout-out during warm-ups, adding a layer of excitement to the already star-studded event.
Trevor Noah, the popular talk show host, blended in with a camouflage jacket, while Diplo sported a Clippers jersey and red beanie. The Weeknd also made an appearance, sitting courtside in a black jacket with orange trim, enjoying the game with and without his sunglasses.
Kevin Hart’s brush with Anthony Davis at the NBA game serves as a reminder of the comedian’s resilience and ability to find humor in unexpected situations. Despite his recent health challenges, Hart continues to engage with his fans and the public, showcasing his unbreakable spirit and love for life. As the game ended, Hart’s experience was just another chapter in his eventful life, marked by laughter, recovery, and an unyielding drive to move forward.
