Michelle Beadle attacks ‘crying’ Knicks fans over Victor Wembanyama backlash
During the June 15 episode of FanDuel TV’s “Run It Back,” analyst Michelle Beadle mocked Knicks fans for complaining about Victor Wembanyama’s refusal to shake hands after Game 5 of the NBA Finals. She urged the fans to “go burn something else down” rather than focus on the perceived slight. The remarks sparked criticism from Knicks supporters and prompted additional commentary from former broadcaster Dan Patrick.
- ▪Beadle said the Knicks’ reaction to Wembanyama not shaking hands was “arrogant” and told fans to redirect their anger elsewhere.
- ▪The Spurs lost Game 5 of the NBA Finals to the Knicks, after which Wembanyama walked off the court without shaking hands with opponents.
- ▪Knicks fans on X responded with hostility toward Beadle, accusing her of bias and dismissing their concerns.
- ▪Former broadcaster Dan Patrick echoed criticism, describing Wembanyama’s behavior as petty and contrasting it with Jalen Brunson’s perceived class.
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NBA Michelle Beadle attacks ‘crying’ Knicks fans over Victor Wembanyama backlash By Spencer Brod Published June 17, 2026, 12:56 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Michelle Beadle is urging Knicks fans to choose a new fight. During Monday’s edition of FanDuel TV’s “Run It Back”, the reporter, who is a part of the Spurs broadcast team, attacked Knicks fans over Victor Wembanyama leaving Game 5 without shaking hands. “One of my favorite things that’s come out of all this is the crying that has occurred because it appeared Wemby didn’t shake the hands of the Knicks afterward, and now we don’t like that,” Beadle said in a mocking tone on the episode.
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