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Knicks Star Brunson Trades Court for Courtroom in SVU Cameo
31 Oct
Summary
- Knicks guard Jalen Brunson will appear as a detective in 'Law & Order: SVU'.
- Brunson's cameo is in an upcoming episode featuring Mariska Hargitay.
- The episode, titled 'Forsaken,' airs on November 5th.
New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson is set to make his acting debut as a detective in a special guest role on the long-running NBC series 'Law & Order: SVU.' Brunson will appear alongside series lead Mariska Hargitay, who plays Captain Olivia Benson.
The episode, titled 'Forsaken,' is scheduled to air on November 5th at 9 p.m. ET on NBC and will also be available for streaming on Peacock. The plot centers on an assault at a wedding reception, with Benson and her squad uncovering secrets that complicate their investigation.
This collaboration between Brunson and Hargitay, who are known to be friends, was teased by both parties. Hargitay, a noted Knicks fan, had previously appeared on Brunson's podcast and was present during the team's championship victory parade. Brunson's transition from NBA Finals MVP to television actor marks a significant crossover moment.
