Kylie Jenner ignored by Charles Barkley in viral Knicks moment
During Game 5 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Madison Square Garden, all eyes weren’t just on the court but also on the celebrity-filled sidelines.
Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner made a high-profile appearance to support the New York Knicks as they battled the Indiana Pacers to stay alive in the playoffs.
The moment that stole the spotlight, however, came when NBA legend and TNT analyst Charles Barkley warmly embraced Chalamet courtside—while seemingly ignoring Jenner, who stood right next to the actor. The moment sparked quick reactions online, with fans debating whether it was an accidental oversight or a pointed snub.
Charles Barkley: "Thank you for taking care of my boy, Ernie [Johnson]."
Timothee Chalamet: "I'm trying." 🤝
(via @NBAonTNT)pic.twitter.com/xeeSnopp1QDespite previously showing support for the Los Angeles Lakers, Chalamet has become a regular at Knicks playoff games alongside Jenner. The couple even shared a moment of public affection during the game, underscoring their growing visibility as a courtside duo.
On the court, the Knicks delivered under pressure, defeating the Pacers 111–94 and forcing a Game 6. Jalen Brunson led the way with 32 points, continuing his remarkable postseason run. With that performance, he joined LeBron James, Michael Jordan, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as the only players to record at least 10 games with 30+ points and five assists in a single postseason.
Game 6 is now set for Saturday in Indiana, with the Knicks hoping to tie the series. While the basketball action was intense, it was the celebrity moment between Barkley, Chalamet, and Jenner that left fans buzzing well beyond the final buzzer.