Bubba Wallace is preparing for the upcoming 2024 NASCAR Cup Season. Wallace, who races for 23XI Racing, is getting ready for the LA Clash at the Colosseum, which will serve as the unofficial season opener. As the drivers gear up for the event, they are also enjoying the final day of the off-season. In fact, Wallace took advantage of his day off to attend an NBA game between the New York Knicks and Utah Jazz.
Wallace was present at Madison Square Garden, where he witnessed an intense battle between the Knicks and the Jazz. The Knicks emerged victorious with a score of 118 to 103, thanks in part to Wallace’s impressive 33-point game. This win allowed the New York team to continue their successful run in the latter half of the 2023-24 season, while the Jazz struggled to make progress.
The Knicks acknowledged Wallace’s presence at MSG by sharing a photo of him sitting court-side on their official social media account. Wallace, who is the most accomplished African American racer in the NASCAR Cup Series, is highly regarded in the stock car racing scene and is known for his marketability. It is worth noting that he drives for 23XI Racing, a team co-owned by the legendary basketball player Michael Jordan and the experienced NASCAR driver.
Wallace’s appearance at the game sparked mixed reactions among fans on social media. Despite being a prominent figure in NASCAR, he is a divisive character, particularly among conservative fans. As a result, derogatory comments targeting Wallace are not uncommon online.
It is important to mention the incident that occurred in 2020, when a noose was found in Wallace’s garage prior to the Talladega race. Initially, it was believed to be a hate crime, but subsequent investigation revealed that it was a misunderstanding. However, some individuals with malicious intent continue to accuse Wallace of staging the incident, and many of these individuals expressed their views in the comments section of the Knicks’ social media post.
While there were negative comments, there were also fans who showed support for Wallace. Overall, Wallace’s presence at the NBA game generated a range of reactions among fans and further highlighted the ongoing discussions surrounding him in the NASCAR community.