Jennifer Hudson was knocked out by a ball to the face during a Knicks game

Sitting courtside at an NBA game must be thrilling, generating all sorts of sensations. Seeing the stars up close, almost smelling their sweat, is a unique experience. Few people get to do this, and one of them is actress Jennifer Hudson, who attended the New York Knicks vs. Golden State Warriors game on Tuesday right where all the action happens.

However, Jennifer Hudson got more than she bargained for during this game. Watching the action from such proximity has its risks, and she ended up with the ball hitting her face instead of the basket. The actress attended the game with her boyfriend, rapper Common, and both were enjoying the match in New York.

A Hit for Jennifer Hudson

The actress was calmly watching all the plays and was delighted with her date. However, during the second quarter, Jennifer Hudson was hit by a ball to the face. The game was in full swing, and the incident occurred amid a play.

Miles McBride, a Knicks player, unsuccessfully tried to steal the ball on the sideline. Sitting right there were Jennifer Hudson and her boyfriend. In a matter of seconds, she was hit by the ball, knocking her out, and was also bumped into by the player who lost control.

The player barely touched the basketball, and it went straight to the face of the “Dreamgirls” star. In the midst of all this, Jennifer Hudson‘s boyfriend tried to protect her, but there was nothing he could do.

“PROTECT JENNIFER HUDSON” 😂

Deuce McBride ran into Jennifer Hudson courtside 😅😅 pic.twitter.com/V96SbfBLS8

— House of Highlights (@HoHighlights) March 5, 2025

The singer-actress quickly reacted and tried to compose herself after the incident, taking off her glasses and checking their condition. Meanwhile, the game commentators were saying, “Protect Jennifer Hudson at all costs!”

As Jennifer Hudson checked her glasses, another commentator remarked, “No, no, not the glasses,” adding, “Those also look very expensive.” She was fine, and the incident ended up being a painful but funny anecdote that shook her world a bit.

As for the game, the Knicks lost to the Warriors102 to 114. Despite the hit, we hope Jennifer Hudson enjoyed the rest of the match.