Why Mariska Hargitay is Jalen Brunson’s absolute favorite courtside celebrity superfan
Learn about the mutual admiration between the Knicks star and his top fan
New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson recently helped lead his team to an epic comeback victory against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Following the big win, the basketball star revealed his personal "Mount Rushmore" of front-row spectators at Madison Square Garden. While his list included legendary arena staples like Spike Lee, Ben Stiller, and Tracy Morgan, Brunson made it clear that Law & Order: SVU star Mariska Hargitay holds the undisputed number one spot in his heart.
The special bond between the athlete and the actress is no secret, and fellow celebrity fan Ben Stiller even joked that their post-game interactions are the envy of everyone else on Celebrity Row. Hargitay shared that the feeling is completely mutual, expressing deep gratitude for Brunson's leadership and noting how the team beautifully unites the city.