If you’ve ever been told you look like Jalen Brunson, now’s your chance to prove it — and win big. A Jalen Brunson look-alike contest is taking over 8th Avenue on May 26, giving Knicks fans the chance to score two free tickets to Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals at Madison Square Garden. Just show up in your best “Big Body Brunson” fit, and you might be sitting courtside next week.
This isn’t just for die-hard fans. The Jalen Brunson Look-Alike Contest is for anyone ready to throw on a jersey, nail the beard, and channel some playoff energy. The contest is happening right across from MSG on the famous Eighth Avenue steps. It starts at 5 PM sharp and promises full NYC energy.
What You Need to Know About the Brunson Look-Alike Contest
The competition is open to all Brunson doppelgängers—real or inspired. The only requirement is showing up ready to impress the judges from Last Take, the NYC-based creators behind this viral idea. One winner will walk away with two free tickets to Game 5 of the Knicks vs. Pacers series, taking place at the Garden.
Contestants are encouraged to RSVP through the official link. It’s first come, best dressed. From beard styles to jersey replicas, this is about capturing the Brunson vibe—not just the look.
Where It’s Happening and Why NYC Loves It
The location—right outside Madison Square Garden—is iconic. It taps into the city’s basketball spirit and love for high-stakes fun. And in classic NYC fashion, the event invites participation, celebration, and creativity from everyone. With the Knicks back in the Eastern Finals for the first time in decades, the timing couldn’t be better.
If you are just someone who “looks like that Brunson guy,” this is your moment. Free Knicks tickets don’t come easy—but in New York, anything can happen.