Jalen Brunson Hosts SNL
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- Ella MorrisonNew York Post
- Tim ReynoldsToronto Star
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Jalen Brunson Hosts SNL. (2026, October 13). The Aporia. https://the-aporia.com/event/38044
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Brunson made history with his “SNL” gig, becoming the first Big Apple basketball star from the franchise to host the sketch comedy show.
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- 26 Sep
Brunson is the fifth NBA star to host the storied sketch comedy show, joining coach Bill Russell and legendary players Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley and LeBron James in sharing that status.
- 27 Sep
Brunson even put Hart on the spot, asking the shooting guard why he poked his thumb into his backside on live television while celebrating winning the NBA Cup in December 2025 which became a viral internet clip.
Coverage 7 articles
27 Sep ‘Saturday Night Live’ Sketch of the Night: Ashley Padilla’s Natalie Harp Threatens Mamdani ‘Obsession’-Style
New York Post
27 Sep Jalen Brunson hosts ‘SNL’ Season 52 premiere — with help from Knicks teammates
New York Post
27 Sep Host Jalen Brunson brings the Knicks to premiere of 'SNL,' with many nods to team's NBA title run
Toronto Star
27 Sep ‘SNL’ roasts Mayor Zohran Mamdani with ‘urgent message’ for New Yorkers during nor’easter
New York Post
27 Sep Jalen Brunson makes Knicks history hosting ‘SNL’ season 52 premiere
New York Post
27 Sep Jalen Brunson hosts ‘SNL’ Season 52 premiere — Here’s how to watch for free
New York Post
26 Sep New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson kicks off the new season of ‘SNL’ tonight
NBC News
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