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LL Cool J's Sam Hanna: Knicks Fan!
26 Jun
Summary
- Sam Hanna, from Brooklyn, is revealed as a Knicks fan by LL Cool J.
- LL Cool J reprises his role as Sam Hanna in NCIS: New York.
- The NCIS: New York spinoff is set to premiere on CBS this fall.
LL Cool J, reprising his role as Sam Hanna for the forthcoming NCIS: New York, has revealed a surprising detail about his character: Sam is a dedicated New York Knicks fan. Hanna, who hails from Brooklyn, is expected to embrace his hometown team even more as he returns to New York for the new series.
The NCIS franchise is expanding with the NCIS: New York spinoff, set to debut on CBS and stream on Paramount+ later this year. The show will see LL Cool J return as the fan-favorite character Sam Hanna, alongside Scott Caan, who is also starring in the series.
With the New York Knicks recently celebrating a championship win, the timing of this revelation adds an exciting layer for fans. Speculation is already mounting about whether the show will incorporate Knicks references, especially given Hanna's confirmed allegiance and Brooklyn roots.
Fans eager for LL Cool J's return to the NCIS universe will not have to wait long. CBS has ordered the new spinoff for the 2026-2027 season, with a premiere expected in the fall of 2026. While a specific air date is yet to be announced, the return of Sam Hanna to New York promises a compelling new chapter.
