At the Second Round Foundation, we're honored to share the remarkable achievements of one of our own, Jalen Brunson, who continues to shine both on the basketball court and in his commitment to community empowerment. Jalen earned his third NBA Player of the Week award this season for his stellar performance from March 11th-17th. Now in his second year with the New York Knicks, Jalen is making significant contributions to the [...]

Jalen Brunson, the renowned point guard of the New York Knicks, has joined the Covenant House for their 4X March Meal Match Drive in the fight against food insecurity. Jalen has pledged a remarkable $20,000 matching gift challenge exclusively for the Covenant House's esteemed Open Arms Society members. Join Jalen and help the Covenant House youth get the nutrition and food security they need through a gift donation. Every donation this month [...]

Are you keeping up with Jalen and Josh's latest podcast episodes? This month, the Roommates Show podcast has been on fire, with Jalen and his co-host, Josh Hart, delivering exceptional conversations with an impressive lineup of guests. The podcast recently welcomed two New York heavyweights, Ben Stiller and Julius Randle. Starting with the captivating discussion featuring the one and only Ben Stiller – legendary American actor, director, comedian, and quintessential New [...]

Are you ready for some fiery entertainment? If you haven't tuned in yet, you're seriously missing out!  New York Knicks teammates and Roommates Show podcast co-hosts Jalen Brunson & Josh Hart are now competitors on First We Feast's notable Hot Ones Versus show, presented by Samsung. But here's the catch – it's not just any competition, it's a battle of truth versus the wrath of the Last Dab!  In this comedic [...]

March Madness is here and basketball fever is at an all-time high! As fans gear up to witness the excitement, one basketball star is taking his love for the game to the next level  – Jalen Brunson, 2x NCAA Champion with the Villanova Wildcats. In his recent "Jalen's Jacket" commercial, in partnership with AT&T for their "Connect to the Madness" campaign, Jalen humorously showcases how he enjoys watching March Madness both [...]

Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart, former college roommates turned NBA teammates, launched their new podcast, “Roommates Show” presented by Playmaker, earlier this month. In this exciting venture, the duo invites listeners to join them on a journey filled with laughter, reminiscence, and valuable insights. Jalen and Josh share with listeners a candid peek into their lives, showcasing the bond that goes beyond basketball. From late-night study sessions to friendly trash talk [...]

Our very own Jalen Brunson recently took to the stage at “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and did not disappoint! Being at the pinnacle of his career as the starting Point Guard for the New York Knicks, the audience enjoyed seeing Jalen and Jimmy touch on a variety of topics. During his appearance, Jalen shared fun and personable stories and touched on his professional basketball journey. The moment that touched [...]

We are proud to announce the Second Annual Jalen Brunson Charity Golf Classic & Dinner Reception, taking place August 26, 2024 at the Westchester Country Club in Rye, New York benefiting the Second Round Foundation (SRF).  Following the 2023 inaugural golf event and dinner reception (hosted by ESPN’s Michael Wilbon) in Chicago, New York Knicks Point Guard Jalen Brunson aims to continue supporting SRF’s efforts of empowering young people by providing [...]

We are beyond proud of Jalen for making his debut at the 2024 All-Star Weekend in Indiana! With high praise from fans, teammates, current & former players, media personalities, and members of the entire basketball community, Jalen joined a class comprised of 24 elite NBA players for a fun-filled weekend. Jalen’s first-ever selection as an NBA All-Star marks another milestone moment in his career. It all began with a special announcement [...]

These days, the knowledgeable home crowds at Madison Square Garden chant MVP, MVP (Most Valuable Player) when the ball is in Jalen Brunson’s skilled hands.Every day, Jalen, his family, their Second Round Foundation, the New York Knicks, and the Garden of Dreams Foundation prove how they value the lives and the promise of our young people at Covenant House.In May 2023, Jalen received the prestigious Beacon of Hope award at the Night [...]