The Knicks' captain was rightfully named MVP of the NBA Cup on Tuesday, and he's thriving as leader of the team's new-look offense.

Josh Hart was caught sticking his thumb in the backside of NBA Cup MVP Jalen Brunson as they celebrated their victory.

Catch every dazzling clip of Jalen Brunson from his NBA Cup MVP run as the Knicks capture the championship. LAS VEGAS — He is a shade over six feet tall, lacks length and long arms, wouldn’t win a sprint against a fair number of NBA guards and isn’t pushing iron around effortlessly in the weight room.

It didn't take long for Josh Hart to see that his prank on Jalen Brunson was a big topic of discussion amongst NBA fans, and he took to X to post a response. As for what he had to say for himself, he really could only laugh at the situation and how it was caught on camera:

Jalen Brunson shares a heartfelt plan for his NBA Cup prize money, highlighting his generosity and team-first mindset.

For a player like Jalen Brunson, who was named the NBA Cup Finals MVP after scoring 25 points with eight assists and four rebounds, the prize money isn’t necessarily a huge deal. Brunson makes about $39 million per year, so he instead plans to use some of the NBA Cup money to give back.

Chris Mannix and Kurt Helin discuss who they believe are locks for the 2025-26 NBA All-Star Game, who's on the bubble, and who will fail to make the cut.

Jalen Brunson is tired of the New York Knicks and the Eastern Conference being underrated by NBA analysts and fans. Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks are ready to win their first trophy in 53 years,