Knicks Fan Wins Jalen Brunson Look-Alike Contest for Game 5 Tickets

A Jalen Brunson look-alike contest was held outside Madison Square Garden, drawing 15 contestants who competed for tickets to the New York Knicks' Game 5 against the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. The contest, organized by the sports comedy group Last Take Show and sponsored by the betting app Novig, featured judges including Knicks guard Josh Hart, who helped select the winner via FaceTime. Zachary Davidson, a lifelong Knicks fan from Queens, won the contest and received two tickets to what will be his first Knicks game at MSG, amidst a playoff series where Brunson has been instrumental in the Knicks' performance. Brunson, a three-time All-Star, has been averaging nearly 30 points and over 7 assists per game in the playoffs, helping the Knicks reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2000. The event celebrated Brunson's growing influence and popularity in New York, with fans and participants showing enthusiasm for the star player known for his leadership and clutch performances. The Knicks are currently trailing 2-1 in the series and hope Brunson's talents will help them advance further in the playoffs.