Jalen Brunson's sister blasts ESPN after Stephen A Smith Knicks rant: 'Utterly ridiculous'

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New York Knicks All-Star Jalen Brunson’s sister called out ESPN after personality Stephen A. Smith took aim at her brother’s team and best friend, Josh Hart, during a "First Take" segment. 

Smith called out Hart, Brunson’s teammate and "Roommates Show" podcast co-host, as the Knicks have struggled in recent games, especially against NBA teams with an above-.500 record. 

Erica Brunson, Jalen’s sister, took time to post to X on Wednesday, where she ripped the "Worldwide Leader" after listening to Smith’s rant about the Knicks. 

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"I used to always have ESPN on in the background during the day," Erica Brunson wrote on X. "It was such a staple growing up. Now? I never turn it on. And this is a big reason why. Utterly ridiculous."

The post was prompted by a video capturing Smith’s rant about the Knicks, who have now lost three straight games. 

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While the team is in playoff position, Smith aimed right at Hart.

"A message to Josh Hart: Do I need to shut the hell up now? Does it make sense what I was saying now? I mean, you’re getting it now?" Smith said. "You haven’t won a game since you clapped back at me. You’re on a losing streak since he talked back to me. Maybe if you prioritize what I was