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Funkmaster Flex Involved In Alleged Altercation At MSG During Knicks Championship Banner Night
Flex says he was insulted and had a drink thrown at him, while video shows security and police breaking up the Garden confrontation.
- On Tuesday, New York radio host Funkmaster Flex was involved in a physical altercation at Madison Square Garden during the New York Knicks' season-opening game, with viral video footage of the incident circulating online.
- Flex alleged that a man he identified as "Shadow"—a record company employee—threw a drink at him, claiming the individual attempted to provoke a physical response to facilitate a lawsuit.
- Disputing online claims that he was struck, the Bronx native posted a viral video to Instagram early Wednesday, captioning it: "You wish I got punched in the face!" with laughing emojis.
- Security intervened to separate the individuals, but Madison Square Garden officials and the NYPD have not provided public statements regarding the incident. No arrests or charges were announced as of early Wednesday.
- The legendary DJ plans to discuss the incident live on air Thursday at 7 on Hot 97. The confrontation occurred during the Knicks' championship banner-raising ceremony, drawing numerous celebrities and entertainers.
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Funkmaster Flex Gets Physical with Man at Knicks Game… Denies He Was Punched in Face!
Funkmaster Flex is making headlines this morning after a clip showing a heated confrontation at Madison Square Garden Tuesday night was leaked online. The veteran New York DJ was involved in a physical altercation with another man during the Knicks’ matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers, prompting security and an NYPD officer to intervene. Flex shared […]
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