Mariska Hargitay shared a touching moment with Jalen Brunson following the Knicks’ incredible comeback to beat the Spurs 107-106 at The Garden on Wednesday, overcoming a 29-point deficit.
The “Law & Order: SVU” star couldn’t contain her joy as she hugged Brunson, who led the game with 36 points.
“I love you so much, I’m so happy!” she exclaimed.
Earlier, she rushed onto the court, embracing Brunson’s father, Rick Brunson, who is an assistant to head coach Mike Brown and was part of the 1999 Knicks team that made it to the NBA Finals.
This heartfelt exchange was shared in a video by actor Ben Stiller, a passionate Knicks supporter who described Hargitay as “the envy” of other celebrity fans last season.
“The love Mariska Hargitay gets from you after a game is the envy of every other Knicks fan, every other Knicks celebrity fan. She gets a hug after a loss,” Stiller noted during an appearance on Brunson and Josh Hart’s “Roommates” podcast.
Recently on the “Today” show, Hargitay praised Brunson as “amazing” and referred to him as “my inspiration,” sharing how they bonded over their mutual admiration.
At Game 4, Hargitay was joined by her friend, pop star Taylor Swift, and siblings Este and Alana Haim, all in matching blue and orange shirts that cheerfully noted “Stevie Nicks.” They were seen ecstatic after the Knicks’ OG Anunoby scored a last-second tip-in, clinching the victory against San Antonio.
The Knicks now have the chance to close the series in Game 5 this Saturday in San Antonio.
