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Jalen Brunson features in pre-taped segment at 2026 Emmys

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 8:23 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Jalen Brunson features in pre-taped segment at 2026 Emmys

Summary

Jalen Brunson, captain of the New York Knicks, participated in a pre-taped segment for the 2026 Emmys alongside host Mariska Hargitay. The segment is set to air at the start of the ceremony held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Brunson's appearance comes amid his rising fame following a successful season, where he led the Knicks to their first championship in 53 years and was named NBA Finals MVP. His friendship with Hargitay has been well-documented, including her support during his games and his involvement in her Broadway performance.

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By the Numbers

•Brunson's segment will open the 2026 Emmys.
•Hargitay is a Knicks superfan and friend of Brunson.
•Brunson was named NBA Finals MVP after leading the Knicks to a championship.
•The Emmys take place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

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8:23 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks news: Jalen Brunson lands special Emmys role alongside Mariska Hargitay with a catch

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Tonight, fans will see 2026 Emmys host Mariska Hargitay team up with New York Knicks captain Jalen Brunson at the ceremony with a unique twist. Variety reports that Brunson will join the Emmys, however; his contribution will be pre-taped . The outlet stated that he would be seen “at the very start of the show as part of a pre-taped number.” His […] The post Knicks news: Jalen Brunson lands special Emmys role alongside Mariska Hargitay with a catch appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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