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NBA stars only look like they have a regular height when they are surrounded by fellow NBA players. One comparison between them and an average human being, you might as well be looking at a fan standing next to the Eiffel Tower, metaphorically of course. Nevertheless, no matter how many times you see professional basketball stars up close, their incredible height always manages to surprise you. Therefore, when Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid was seen standing next to 5’2″ comedian Kevin Hart, the internet went wild.

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Both Embiid and Hart had gone to watch the NFC Championship game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the San Francisco 49ers, held at the Lincoln Financial Field. Whereas, the Kansas City Chiefs played against the Cincinnati Bengals later the same day at Arrowhead Stadium. After defeating their respecting opponents, the Eagles and the Chiefs are all set to face each other in the Super Bowl on February 12.

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NBA fans react to Joel Embiid and Kevin Hart’s height difference

NFL fans present at the Eagles vs 49ers game witnessed NBA superstar Joel Embiid towering over his companion Kevin Hart, who he ran into at the stadium. The seven-foot Sixers center seemingly looked like a guardian accompanying his ward to watch the game when both celebrities stood next to each other.?A picture showcasing their height difference instantly went viral on social media.

The image was then shared by the 5x NBA All-Star himself on his Instagram handle. What further cracked up NBA fans was Embiid’s caption that read, “Father and Son watching a Super Bowl berth LOL.”

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Evidently, NBA Twitter found it rather hilarious with many taking the ‘dad-son’ jokes even further.

Below are some more reactions from fans:

The Eagles beat the 49ers

The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the San Francisco 49ers 31-7 to book their spot in the Super Bowl. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts put up a splendid performance, completing 15 of 25 passes for 121 yards. Teammate Hasson Reddicks registered three sacks and five tackles, limiting the opponents’ offense to no more than 164 yards.

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After the game concluded, the Eagles celebrated their victory with Hurts singing the team’s song, ‘Fly, Eagles Fly’ accompanied by fans.

Who do you think will win next mont, the Eagles or the Chiefs? Let us know in the comments below.

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Siyari Debbarma is a senior NBA writer at EssentiallySports. With over 700 articles under her belt, Siyari is an expert in providing in-depth analysis and coverage of the game. Her throwback article on Dennis Rodman's plea for help garnered more than 3.5 million page views, a testament to her skill as a writer and journalist. Siyari's expertise also extends to game coverage and lifestyle reporting on NBA players and their families. She brings a unique perspective to her articles, providing readers with a behind-the-scenes look at the personal lives of their favorite players. Her passion for basketball began when she started hooping in her senior year of school, and she has been a devoted fan of the game ever since. Although Siyari admires players irrespective of their teams, the Golden State Warriors hold a special place in her heart. She is a huge fan of iconic names such as Stephen Curry, LeBron James, and Michael Jordan, but her personal preferences have never swayed her from delivering detailed and impartial content to her readers. When she's not covering the latest NBA stories, Siyari indulges in her love of reading, with a particular fondness for books on history and culture. She also spends time with her adorable cats and dogs, who keep her company when she's away from the court.

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