Knicks fans react as Wembanyama takes NBA 2K27 cover over Brunson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 4:34 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
New York Knicks fans expressed outrage after Victor Wembanyama was named the cover athlete for NBA 2K27, snubbing Jalen Brunson. Brunson, who led the Knicks to their first championship in 63 years and was the Finals MVP, was heavily favored by fans for the honor. The game's announcement sparked significant discontent online, with many fans asserting Brunson's deserving status over Wembanyama, despite the Spurs player’s rising stardom. The decision means Brunson will have to wait for another chance at the cover, potentially next year. Fans believe the Knicks star's recent success should have earned him the spot.
- •Victor Wembanyama selected as NBA 2K27 cover athlete.
- •Jalen Brunson led Knicks to championship and was the Finals MVP.
- •Knicks fans express frustration and disbelief over the decision.
- •Many argue Brunson should have been the cover choice due to his recent success.
- 4:54 PMYahoo Sports — Why Jalen Brunson wasn't chosen as the NBA2K27 cover athlete over Victor Wembanyama
- 4:34 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Absolutely ridiculous’ – Knicks fans erupt after Victor Wembanyama beats Jalen Brunson to NBA 2K27 cover
"New York Knicks fans have just learned that Jalen Brunson will not be the cover athlete for the NBA 2K27 video game. The point guard recently led the Knicks to their first championship in 63 years and is arguably the face of the league.
"New York fans will definitely be upset over this decision.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 4:54 PMWhy Jalen Brunson wasn't chosen as the NBA2K27 cover athlete over Victor Wembanyama
New York fans will definitely be upset over this decision.
- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 4:34 PM‘Absolutely ridiculous’ – Knicks fans erupt after Victor Wembanyama beats Jalen Brunson to NBA 2K27 cover
New York Knicks fans have just learned that Jalen Brunson will not be the cover athlete for the NBA 2K27 video game. The point guard recently led the Knicks to their first championship in 63 years and is arguably the face of the league.
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