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What can't Jalen Brunson do?
The Knicks star already did the impossible by leading New York to its first championship in 53 years. Then, he hosted "Saturday Night Live" in September. Now, he's taking on a different challenge.
Brunson is set to make an appearance on "Law & Order: SVU," showcasing his acting skills on the long-running show that stars Mariska Hargitay, who is a regular on Celebrity Row at Madison Square Garden.
Here's what you need to know about Brunson's "Law and Order" cameo.
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Jalen Brunson 'Law & Order: SVU' appearance
After a September announcement that Brunson would be appearing on an episode of "Law & Order: SVU," a new trailer shed some light on his role.
Brunson is set to play a detective, Detective Madison, in an episode set to air on Thursday, Nov. 5. While Brunson's appearance in the trailer is brief, he is seen speaking to Hargitay's character. The two already have a connection off the screen, as Hargitay is frequently seen in courtside seats at Knicks games.
Jalen Brunson will appear as a detective in the next episode of ‘LAW & ORDER: SVU’. https://t.co/IHUHoDN48c
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) October 30, 2026Brunson might be making a cameo appearance, but the trailer confirms he isn't just appearing as himself. The Knicks star doesn't have acting experience, though he certainly has experience in front of cameras and dove into the world of non-sports entertainment on "Saturday Night Live" in September.
"Law & Order" has seen basketball-centric cameos before, as ESPN host Stephen A. Smith made an appearance on the original show in 2025.
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