Mariska Hargitay Celebrates Knicks Victory After Broadway Dash
WHO:
Variety - Mariska Hargitay is a star of "Every Brilliant Thing" and a devoted Knicks fan.
The Hollywood Reporter - Jalen Brunson is a Knicks guard with whom Hargitay has developed a close friendship.
The Hollywood Reporter - Taylor Swift was Hargitay's seatmate at the game.
WHAT:
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay stated, "I love my husband, and our wedding night was great and all, but I think it might have been the greatest night of my life."
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay described the Knicks' comeback as "brutal," noting they were down 29 at halftime.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay expressed that the moment when OG Anunoby scored was "just pandemonium" and would be replayed as "an epic moment in basketball."
Newsweek - Mariska Hargitay stated that the Knicks' comeback win was "better than wedding night."
NY Post - Hargitay described the night as "the greatest night of my life," surpassing her wedding to Peter Hermann.
Variety - Hargitay changed into a customized orange and blue t-shirt after initially wearing a black shirt at the game.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay was spotted courtside wearing a "Stevie Knicks" shirt, which she received from Taylor Swift, who was also in matching attire.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay joyfully ran onto the court to hug the players after the Knicks' victory, which was secured by a one-handed tip-in from OG Anunoby.
Variety - Hargitay attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs.
The Hollywood Reporter - The Knicks won the game 107 to 106 against the Spurs, completing the largest comeback in NBA Finals history.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay sprinted ten blocks to Madison Square Garden after performing in two shows on Broadway.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay described the night as potentially "the greatest night of my life."
WHERE:
Variety - The game took place at Madison Square Garden.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay performed at the Hudson Theatre, located on 44th and 6th.
WHEN:
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay's Broadway show ended at 8:27 p.m. ET on the same day as the game.
US Magazine - Michael J. Fox and his wife attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals on June 10, 2026.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay's matinee performance ended at 2 p.m. and the evening performance ended at 7 p.m. on the same day as the game.
The Hollywood Reporter - The game started at 8:30 p.m. ET.
WHY:
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay expressed that witnessing the Knicks' comeback provided "endless life lessons" and described the game as "brutal" when they were down 29 at halftime.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay expressed her love for the Knicks and the excitement of witnessing their comeback.
HOW:
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay stated she sprinted from the Hudson Theater to Madison Square Garden, acknowledging the challenge of the ten-block sprint after performing two shows.
The Hollywood Reporter - Hargitay took four minutes off the running time of her show to make it to the game on time.
(UPDATED June 12, 2026 06:28 UTC)
In a recent interview, Hargitay shared that while she loves her husband and their wedding night was memorable, she believes it might have been the greatest night of her life. She also described the Knicks' comeback as "brutal," noting they were down by 29 points at halftime, and highlighted the pandemonium that erupted when OG Anunoby scored, calling it "an epic moment in basketball." Hargitay's Broadway show wrapped up at 8:27 p.m. ET on the same day as the game, adding to the excitement of the evening.
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(UPDATED June 12, 2026 04:20 UTC)
Mariska Hargitay expressed her excitement over the Knicks' comeback win, declaring it "better than wedding night" and calling it "the greatest night of my life," even surpassing her wedding to Peter Hermann. The celebration comes after Game 4 of the NBA Finals, which took place on June 10, 2026, where Michael J. Fox and his wife were also in attendance. Hargitay's enthusiastic remarks highlight the thrill of the game and the unforgettable moments it created for fans.
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(UPDATED June 12, 2026 01:46 UTC)
After a thrilling game, Hargitay was seen courtside wearing a custom "Stevie Knicks" shirt, a gift from Taylor Swift, who matched her outfit. Following the Knicks' comeback victory, highlighted by a dramatic one-handed tip-in from OG Anunoby, Hargitay joyfully ran onto the court to hug the players, sharing that the experience offered "endless life lessons." She also mentioned the challenge of sprinting ten blocks from the Hudson Theater to Madison Square Garden after performing two shows, calling the game "brutal" when the Knicks were down by 29 at halftime.
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(UPDATED June 11, 2026 23:28 UTC)
Mariska Hargitay, a star of "Every Brilliant Thing" and a devoted Knicks fan, attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, where the Knicks pulled off a thrilling 107 to 106 victory against the Spurs, marking the largest comeback in NBA Finals history. After finishing her matinee performance at the Hudson Theatre, Hargitay sprinted ten blocks to the arena, even cutting four minutes from her show to ensure she arrived on time, and she was thrilled to share the experience with her seatmate, Taylor Swift. Hargitay described the night as potentially "the greatest night of my life," reflecting her excitement for both the game and her friendship with Knicks guard Jalen Brunson.